Our choices affect the people around us, too. Reading and critical thinking help us consider different perspectives and make more responsible decisions.
At work, at home and in our wider communities, decisions rarely affect just one person. By listening carefully to different viewpoints and checking the facts, we can better understand what matters to everyone involved. Reading exposes us to experiences and ideas we might not otherwise encounter. Critical thinking then helps us keep discussions constructive, spot assumptions and look for solutions that take more into account than our first impressions.
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