We humans like to think we are free-thinkers, but how many of us are really free thinkers? How many people actually think for themselves without falling prey to beliefs or ideologies? How many of us are those who have not been greatly influenced by the biased information that the media presents to us? How many of those who have a certain opinion just because their boss said so, or because it is so customary?
The reality is that most people do not know how to think critically and blindly accept beliefs that have been passed down to society. But until a person learns to think for himself, how can you grow into a more conscious, wiser person? It's impossible.
So how do you learn to think for yourself? Here is a small, practical guide on how to become a free-thinker that will help you break free from the captivity of faith and draw your own conclusions in your search for truth.
Doubt your beliefs
The first and most important step to becoming a free-thinking individual is to question the beliefs that others have imposed on you. Whatever the purpose of your beliefs - be they religious, political, philosophical, and so on - question them, research them, and discard any of them unless you find solid evidence to back them up.
Power issue
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Most people prefer to obey and follow what the authorities tell them correctly and correctly. They don't think for themselves - they let others think for them. A freethinker never accepts anything from power. A free-thinking person asks questions and is ready to accept any answers that indicate the truth, even if they go against the opinions and beliefs of the authorities.
Observe your behavior
Although we tend to think that we have free will, most of our actions are actually carried out on an unconscious level. In a sense, we are victims of our habits. To become a thinker, you must become more aware of your thoughts and actions. Once you do this, you can better understand yourself and make more informed choices in life without following a certain way just because you have to.
Stop conforming
Another important step in becoming a free thinker is to separate yourself from the mindset. People choose to conform in all sorts of ways just to feel accepted and to be liked by others. To achieve this, many people unconditionally accept what others are telling them for fear of rejection. By avoiding the herd feeling, you can think more clearly without feeling pressured to fit in with others.
Use critical thinking
Critical thinking is paramount to free thinking. If you cannot analyze and critically evaluate the information you come across, you will be an easy target for manipulation and thought control. Thinking critically will help you in your quest for the truth by helping to avoid the influence of preconceived notions and false information.
Express your opinion
A free-thinking rebel is a person who is not afraid to speak his mind, no matter how much it contradicts the general idea. Anything that you believe to be true should be communicated to others. Be open about it, even if you are the only person who has the courage to do so.
Explore
The freethinker cares about the truth like no other. In the search for truth, various guides can help. If you are looking for the truth, gather knowledge from as many sources as you can, be it books, documentaries, podcasts, and so on. Do whatever helps expand your consciousness.
Keep your mind open
A free-thinker is a person with an open soul. This means that he is open to new knowledge and is ready to change his mind if evidence is presented that contradicts his opinions and beliefs. A free-thinking person does not blindly accept anything, but at the same time does not shy away from considering new perspectives and ideas that could challenge his worldview.