OT: I see, I hear, I believe!

[mah]

But do I reason?

When making claims we are all at risk of using erronious beliefs in arriving at them. A little knowledge of such pitfalls can lead to better conclusions and more credible posts on this Forum.

FYI:

A summary of a book on the subject: Graham King ? How we know what isn't so, by Thomas Gilovich

And a professional review of that book: The experimental analysis of reasoning: A review of Gilovich's How We Know What Isn't So

[VolvoHeretic]

Or as my neighbor used to always tell me, "James, a little knowledge is a dangerous thing!"

[mah]

Re 'James, a little knowledge is a dangerous thing!'

I totally agree, if one is unaware of his own limitations and the validity of what others espouse.

Another saw: "Fools rush in where Angels fear to tread".

[Old Guy]

The conclusion you jump to may be your own.