A Thoughtful Moment…

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Thought experiments are challenges that break your conventional patterns of thinking. They mobilise the imagination to remould our point of view for a brief but brilliant moment.

This article by Jon Hawkins is a fantastic introduction to thought experiments. All four examples he gives could be life-changing, since they force us to take a different perspective and potentially disperse strongly-held feelings.

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Steven Gambardella

I am a history PhD sharing the lessons of philosophy and history with practical benefits for your life and work. Get in touch: stevengambardella@gmail.com