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Happy Friday!

Today is International Skeptics Day.

#GoodSamaritanDay

HOW TO OBSERVE INTERNATIONAL SKEPTICS DAY
Question something you take for granted
Say you’re a firm believer in science and progress, then, today, on International Skeptics Day, take a second to truly ponder whether the moon landing of 1969 could have indeed been a hoax. Or, if you’re sure it was, give some thought to whether it did indeed happen. Often, simply giving yourself permission to step outside your firm beliefs and entertain a different idea, even if just for a moment, can be an illuminating experience.

Read some Greek philosophy
We’re not Socratic scholars, but when we do find ourselves in front of an ancient text — or more likely, the translation of one — it’s always an eye-opener. It’s generally recommended that you start with “The Trial of Socrates,” a good example of the interlocution method of setting forth a way of thinking.

Play the ‘devil’s advocate’
This could be taken to extremes, but that’s not what we’re recommending. Simply, the next time you’re in a group that has to come to a consensus, be the dissenting voice. Exercise your skepticism, not taking the status quo as the truth just because it’s generally accepted. It could be something as simple as choosing a fast-food joint for the crew. Why are burgers better? Why is chicken better? Bring up a logical argument about something with your friends that makes them raise their eyebrows.

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Darren at the Summit Winery in the Barrel Room

Your daily thought!

“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls.” —Joseph Campbell

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