To Contents. Thinking Styles: Contrasting thinking styles have clear distinction in a table, but not so in practice. Many claim positive thinking, but error undermines the claim. Reasonable sounding positions with flimsy proof brings doubt. Error is so common, proof is often hard to get—especially hard when prejudice discounts its existence, or denial rejects it.
     Positive thinking is worth its difficulty. Please don't let naivete paint negative thinking in positive thinking colors, although those who lack social conscience seem to do it unconsciously. Is that intentionally or ignorantly unconscious?
     How can financial success be called failure? If based on negative thinking, it is. Contemporary success can be temporary. Think eternal.
Thinking Styles
Negative Thinking Positive Thinking
Superstitious:
Belief based on ignorance.
=1= Logical:
Belief based on reason.
Naive:
Disposed to being gullible.
=2= Wise:
Judicious, prudent, aware, informed.
Esoteric:
Power through withholding.
=3= Inclusive:
Power through generosity.
Reactive:
Respond to a stimulus.
=4= Proactive:
Anticipate a stimulus.
Categorical:
Classifying without reason.
=5= Rational:
Classifying with reason.
Emotional:
Unsubstantiated feelings/opinions.
=6= Grounded:
Supported by proof.

The different thinking styles encourage Concerned Behavior.
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