Scientific method requires that inquirers are committed to the rational and open-minded investigation and analysis of experimental consequences.
These involuntary reactions hamper the ability to be rational, pragmatic and open to new ways of thinking.
For the purpose of this paper (with a focus on institutionalising a network), Scott's distinction between understanding organisations as rational, natural and open systems is useful (Scott 1987).
I've watched kids evolve to be more rational, sceptical and open-minded, and I've seen them interact in more fair-minded and collaborative ways.
Somatic therapy or somatic disciplines such as martial arts, tai chi and yoga are the most well-known ways of quieting the rational mind and opening up to the intuitive mind and its connection to the numinous creative force.
As said, climate change denier's certainly should not be labeled as "skeptics," the term they prefer, because true skepticism implies rational analysis, intellectual inquiry and open-mindedness and not just blanket denial.
The combination of rational and combinatorial methods opens up new vistas in the design of stable and efficient enzymes.
We believe these results are promising and can lead to more rational planning of hospital resources and open up areas of exploration for understanding the determinants of disease causation, specifically in those conditions with moderate to strong seasonality.
Andrea Weckerle, Founder of Civilination, an organization that fosters an online culture where every person can freely participate in a democratic, open, rational and truth-based exchange of ideas and information, without fear or threat of being the target of unwarranted abuse, harassment or lies, also joined our chat.
Assume anything else, however, and the likely and rational not only open up before you, but the horror mongers suddenly reveal themselves for what they are.
