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21. I am aware social media news does not necessarily follow the steps in the scientific methodology.

22. I always acknowledge my limited scientific knowledge before affirming a scientific fact.

23. I recognize the difference between a proven scientific fact and a belief.

24. I maximize the probability of making decisions based on the correct information by remaining open to new evidence, new ways, and new ideas.

25. I consider my rationalizing questioning if the information on hand is incomplete or false so that I can be more confident in my decisions.   

26. I know the inner risk of recalling a less accurate memory.

27. I recognize cognitive biases, like assuming things are eternal or will never change.

28. Things seem to happen more often after I pay special attention to a disruption in a pattern.

29. I rely on proven science and critical thinking to compensate for natural cognitive flaws.

30. When deciding or forming an opinion, I  try to underestimate things, consider that there are things I do not know, and avoid having bias.

31. Applying the principle of critical thinking to myself helped me to defeat my ego.

32. I understand that personality is something hard to change.

33. Dealing with my emotions allows me to adapt and change how I respond to emotional stimuli.

34. I embrace my emotions, enhancing how I see and perceive things.

35. There is no 100% right or wrong, so I am comfortable with some degree of uncertainty.

36. I am flexible in the face of new ideas and evidence.

37. I understand nobody likes to be wrong, or their value belief is being taken away; however, I am not passive while others try to be dominant.

38. I ask questions to avoid confrontation, defining what the other person believes and knows.

39. I know analogies and examples can spark a discussion leading to the truth or a better option.

40. As an independent thinker, I critically reflect if the information at hand makes sense.

41. I analyze arguments to ensure proper clarity and intention. I ensure the correct words are used to communicate the intended idea, separate the evidence from the conclusion, and evaluate if the facts lead to a conclusion or are used to support a pre-established conclusion.