In a world where truth is relative, and facts are malleable, how do you know what to believe? Enter Epistemological Clarification Technique 3, or ECT-3 for short. This technique is for the modern skeptic who wants to question everything, but also wants to question the questioning.
ECT-3 is all about creating a safe space for doubt, where you can question your own doubts, and the doubts of others. It's a bit like a skeptical yoga practice, but instead of downward-facing dog, you're facing your own uncertainty.
This is the first step in ECT-3. Take a deep breath, and let your doubts flow like a river. What is it that you're not sure about? Is it the meaning of life, the nature of reality, or just the price of milk?
Write it down, and don't worry about grammar or spelling. This is just for you, and your inner skeptic. You can even decorate it with little doodles and stick figures, if that's what helps you tap into your inner doubter.
For example:
Now that you've identified your doubt, it's time to question it. What is it about your doubt that's bothering you? Is it the uncertainty itself, or the fact that everyone around you seems to know what they're talking about?
Ask yourself, "What would I need to know to be sure?" or "What would I need to see to make up my mind?" Be as specific as you can. Think of it like a math problem: if A = B, and C = D, then what is E?
In a world where truth is relative, and facts are malleable, how do you know what to believe? Enter Epistemological Clarification Technique 3, or ECT-3 for short. This technique is for the modern skeptic who wants to question everything, but also wants to question the questioning.
ECT-3 is all about creating a safe space for doubt, where you can question your own doubts, and the doubts of others. It's a bit like a skeptical yoga practice, but instead of downward-facing dog, you're facing your own uncertainty.
This is the first step in ECT-3. Take a deep breath, and let your doubts flow like a river. What is it that you're not sure about? Is it the meaning of life, the nature of reality, or just the price of milk?
Write it down, and don't worry about grammar or spelling. This is just for you, and your inner skeptic. You can even decorate it with little doodles and stick figures, if that's what helps you tap into your inner doubter.
For example:
Now that you've identified your doubt, it's time to question it. What is it about your doubt that's bothering you? Is it the uncertainty itself, or the fact that everyone around you seems to know what they're talking about?
Ask yourself, "What would I need to know to be sure?" or "What would I need to see to make up my mind?" Be as specific as you can. Think of it like a math problem: if A = B, and C = D, then what is E?
It's time to seek out new evidence to support or challenge your doubt. This is where the real fun begins. You can search high and low for new information, or simply observe the world around you. Who knows what wonders await you in the realm of epistemology?
For example:
You've found some evidence! Now what?
And that's it! With ECT-3, you've created a safe space for doubt, and are well on your way to becoming a modern skeptic extraordinaire. Remember, doubt is like a muscle, it needs to be exercised regularly, so keep at it!