Analytical thinking
Open-minded people can take in the thoughts of others without losing their ability to think well—they can hold two or more conflicting concepts in their mind and go back and forth between them to assess their relative merits.
Ray Dalio • Principles: Life and Work
It’s a sign of wisdom to avoid believing every thought that enters your mind. It’s a mark of emotional intelligence to avoid internalizing every feeling that enters your heart.
Adam Grant • Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know
Open-minded people see disagreement as a thoughtful means to expand their knowledge. They don’t get angry or upset at questions; rather, they want to identify where the disagreement lies so they can correct their misperceptions. They realize that being right means changing their minds when someone else knows something they don’t.If you recognize... See more
Shane • The Difference Between Open-Minded and Closed-Minded People
6. One of the clearest signs of intelligence is being able to hear an opinion you disagree with and not act emotionally
After all, the purpose of learning isn’t to affirm our beliefs; it’s to evolve our beliefs
