The seven of traps that derive from traditional logic are:
The Forever Changeless Trap. In this trap we think of the current condition as
being the same forever.
The Process-Event Trap. This trap leads us into the error of thinking in terms
of object-like "events" where we would do better to think in terms of processes.
The Solve It by Redefining It Trap. This could be called the Definition Can Do
It Trapin that it attempts to solve problems by redefinition alone.
The Independent Self Trap. In this trap we separate organism from
environment,ourselves from our interdependence with others.
The Isolated Problem Trap. In the grip of this trap we regard problems as
unconnected to their wider contexts.
The Single Effect Trap. In this trap we think that we can cause a single
effect with no
"side-effects."
The Exclusive Alternatives Trap. Traditional logic tends to make us think in
terms ofeither-or analysis. Many situations demand that we juggle more than two
alternatives."
-TRAPS OF TRADITIONAL LOGIC & DIALECTICS: WHAT THEY ARE ANDHOW TO AVOID THEMby
Robert E. HornThe Lexington Institute
Ron says:Its a very interesting read, if you would like I can e-mail you a .pdf
copy.It can be found free for download.
I think all seven types (not to mean its limited to seven by any means)make up
a more comprehensive approach to what we mean by subjectobject metaphysics and
its flaws.
I believe it cuts out alot of confusion and claims based in
anti-intellectualism if its viewed in terms of intellectual gumption traps
rather than a out moded model of belief or thought,about what is "real".
just a thought.
Thanks Ant!-Ron
On Thursday, November 27, 2014 3:17 PM, Ant McWatt
<[email protected]> wrote:
Ron,
That's an interesting point of view (if not quite the type of contribution that
I was expecting)!
As such, it would be helpful - if you have the time & inclination - if you
could list other "common logic traps that inhibit critical thinking practices"
or just simply recommend a book and/or on-line paper about this subject to read.
Either way, many thanks for "chipping in" here!
Ant
Ron Kulp (xacto at rocketmail.com) said to Ant, Thu Nov 27th:
Ant,
I hesitate to generalize so broadly when we mean that specific condition of
modern western cultural tradition. There are several historical markers of
thought to consider from Platonism/Christian theology to Descartes and 19th
century physicalism/scientific objectivism. Coupled with the current problems
attributed to it by a decline in pedagogical systems of a corporate nature.
The classification of SOM as one of several types of common logic traps that
inhibit critical thinking practices would, in my opinion, render a large
portion of any anti-Intellectual argument mounted as superfluous. Saving a lot
of time in explanation.
-Ron
On Nov 26, 2014, at 3:24 PM, Ant McWatt wrote:
Dear all!,
Nice to be back! Anyway, I was thinking recently (after last month's MOQ
lecture at Liverpool University) that a definition of SOM might be "any
metaphysics that, implicitly or explicitly, DEFINES the Good". Any sensible
thoughts about this definition and how it might be improved will be appreciated.
Ant
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