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lessen
[lésn〕
완화 (緩和)하다
줄이다
아주 오래 전에 봤던 영화 The Sound of Music 가운데
심리적 치료 요법이 담긴 노래가 있다.
'My favorite Things'
When anything borhers me
and I am feeling unhappy
I ty think of nice things
무엇인가 나를 방해하고 내가 기분이 나쁠 때
나는 좋은 것들을 생각한다
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I am feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite thins
And then I don't feel bad.
개가 물을 때 벌이 쏠 때
내가 기분이 나쁠 때
나는 단순히 내가 좋아하는 것들을 기억한다
그리고 나는 기분이 나빠지지 않는다
그 노래 가사를 심리학적으로 분석하면
Thinking of favorite things LESSEN my bad feeling.
좋아하는 것을 생각하는 것은 내 나쁜 감정을 완화시킨다.
그리고 하나 더 ~
The anger you feel towards your friend begins to LESSEN as you forgive him (or her)
당신이 친구에게 향한 분노는
당신이 그 (또는 그녀)를 용서하면서 완화되기 시작한다.
lessen (lesson과 발음이 같음)은 less (little 의 비교급)에
en (강제적으로 ~ 하게 한다)이라는 접미어를 합한 것이다.
점점 크고 많은 것을 선호하는 세댸에게는 lessen 이라는 낱말이
거부감을 주는 것인지 몰라도
1800 년대에는 아주 많이 사용되다가
20 세기를 거쳐 21 세기에 들어오기까지
천천히 그 사용 빈도가 떨어지고 있는 것이 흥미롭다
Balancing technology use with activities that encourage deep thinking and analysis
is vital to LESSENING its potential adverse effects on critical thinking.
깊은 생각과 분석을 권하는 행동들과 함께 사용되는 균형 기술은
비판적 생각에 역효과의 가능성을 줄여주는 생생한 것이다.
(Psychology Today, September 29, 2023)
생각 없이 살거나 생각하기 싫어하는 세대의 속한 대부분의 사람들은
생각없이 비판하고 거짓 선동에 편승하는 경향이 있다.
Does a wrong LESSON LESSEN the improvement of life?
그릇된 가르침이 삶의 향상을 줄어들게 하는가?
(lesson 과 lessen 의 발음이 같은 것을 이용한 문장이다)
한국의 고질병에 대해 ~
Who (or what) cause tensions between East and West
and CONSERVATISM and PROGRESS to LESSEN in Korea?
누가 (무엇이) 한국에서 동과 서 그리고 보수와 진보의
긴장을 누그러뜨리게 할까..?!9
그릇된 가르침이 삶의 향상을 줄어들게 하는가
Tara Well Ph.D.
The Clarity
How to Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills
Traditional tools and new technologies.
Posted September 29, 2023
Reviewed by Lybi Ma
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The noise began to lessen.
Taking breaks throughout the day can help lessen fatigue.
Planting trees can help lessen the impact of climate change.
I wish I could find a way to lessen the magnify guilt I feel.
The new diet plan aims to lessen cravings and promote weight loss.
The government is working to lessen the burden of student loans.
"air bags lessen the impact of a collision on drivers and passengers"
The military have tried so hard to lessen these effects.
\ The following may help to lessen your anxiety.
It helps to lessen the fear of rejection
The cold can help to lessen the swelling
"The anger I felt towards my friend began to lessen as I forgave them."
The noise from the construction site did not lessen, even after several complaints were made."
But it can shorten and lessen the birth-pangs
lessen tensions between nations
tried to lessen Ann’s sorrow by helping her recall the good memories of her husband
A healthy diet can lessen the risk of heart disease.
He shifted his position a little, in order to lessen the pain in his leg.
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Balancing technology use with activities that encourage deep thinking and analysis
is vital to lessening its potential adverse effects on critical thinking.
key POINTS
Technology provides access to vast information and makes daily life easier. Yet, too much reliance on technology potentially interferes with the acquisition and maintenance of critical thinking skills in several ways:
1. Information Overload:
The constant influx of data can discourage deep critical thinking as we may come to rely on quick, surface-level information rather than delving deeply into a subject.
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2. Shortened Attention Span:
Frequent digital distractions can disrupt our ability for the sustained focus and concentration required for critical thinking.
3. Confirmatory Bias and Echo Chambers:
Technology, including social media and personalized content algorithms, can reinforce confirmation bias.
People are often exposed to information that aligns with their beliefs and opinions, making them less likely to encounter diverse perspectives and engage in critical thinking about opposing views.
4. Reduced Problem-Solving Opportunities:
lessen (v.)
"to become less," c. 1300, from less (adj.) + -en (1). Transitive sense "to make less" is from c. 1400. Related: Lessened; lessening.
also from c. 1300
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-en (1)
word-forming element making verbs (such as darken, weaken) from adjectives or nouns, from Old English -nian, from Proto-Germanic *-inojan (also source of Old Norse -na), from PIE adjectival suffix *-no-. Most active in Middle English and early modern English, hence most verbs in -en are comparatively recent.
less
Old English læs (adv.) "less, lest;" læssa (adj.) "less, smaller, fewer" (Northumbrian leassa), from Proto-Germanic *laisizan (source also of Old Saxon, Old Frisian les "less;" Middle Dutch lise "soft, gentle," German leise "soft"), from PIE root *leis- (2) "small" (source also of Lithuanian liesas "thin") + comparative suffix.
From the first, the adverb has been used often with negatives (none the less). Much less "still more undesirable" is from 1630s. Formerly also "younger," as a translation of Latin minor, a sense now obsolete except in James the Less. Used as a comparative of little, but not related to it. The noun is Old English læsse.
Technology often provides quick solutions to problems. While this benefits efficiency, it may discourage individuals from engaging in complex problem-solving, a fundamental aspect of critical thinking.
5. Loss of Research Skills:
The ease of accessing information online can diminish traditional research skills, such as library research or in-depth reading. These skills are essential for critical thinking, as they involve evaluating sources, synthesizing information, and analyzing complex texts.
While technology can pose challenges to developing critical thinking skills, it's important to note that technology can also be a valuable tool for learning and skill development
. It can provide access to educational resources, facilitate collaboration, and support critical thinking when used thoughtfully and intentionally.
Balancing technology use with activities that encourage deep thinking and analysis
is vital to lessening its potential adverse effects on critical thinking.
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Writing is a traditional and powerful tool to exercise and improve your critical thinking skills. Consider these ways writing can help enhance critical thinking:
1. Clarity of Thought:
Writing requires that you articulate your thoughts clearly and coherently. When you need to put your ideas on paper, you must organize them logically, which requires a deeper understanding of the subject matter.
2. Analysis and Evaluation: Critical thinking involves analyzing and evaluating information. When you write, you often need to assess the validity and relevance of different sources, arguments, or pieces of evidence,
which hone your critical thinking skills.
3. Problem-Solving:
Writing can be a problem-solving exercise in itself. Whether crafting an argument, developing a thesis, or finding the right words to express your ideas, writing requires thinking critically about approaching these challenges effectively.
4. Research Skills: Good writing often involves research, and research requires critical thinking.
You need to assess the credibility of sources, synthesize information, and draw conclusions based on the evidence you gather.
5. Argumentation:
Constructing a persuasive argument in writing is a complex process requiring critical thinking. You must anticipate counterarguments, provide evidence to support your claims, and address potential weaknesses in your reasoning.
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6. Revision and Editing:
To be an influential writer, you must learn to read your work critically. Editing and revising requires evaluating your writing objectively, identifying areas that need improvement, and refining your ideas and arguments.
7. Problem Identification: In some cases, writing can help you identify problems or gaps in your thinking. As you write, you might realize that your arguments are not as strong as you initially thought or that you need more information to support your claims. This recognition of limitations is a crucial aspect of critical thinking.
Writing is a dynamic process that engages multiple facets of critical thinking. It has been a valuable tool used in education, business, and personal development for centuries.
Yet, this traditional approach of self-generated written thoughts is rapidly being supplanted by AI-generated writing tools like Chat GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer. With over 100 million users of Chat GPT alone, we cannot ignore its potential impact. How might the increasing reliance on AI-generated writing tools influence our critical thinking skills? The impact can vary depending on how the tools are used and the context in which they are employed.
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Critical thinking involves evaluating information sources for credibility, relevance, and bias. If individuals consistently trust the information provided by chatbots without critically assessing its quality, it can hinder their development of critical thinking skills. This is especially true if they depend on the chatbot to provide answers without questioning or verifying the information. Relying solely on chatbots for answers may also reduce people's effort in problem-solving. Critical thinking often requires wrestling with complex problems, considering multiple perspectives, and generating creative solutions. If we default to chatbots for quick answers, we may miss opportunities to develop these skills.
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However, it's essential to note that the impact of chatbots on critical thinking skills may not be entirely negative. These tools can also have positive effects:
1. Chatbots provide quick access to vast information, which can benefit research and problem-solving. When used as a supplement to critical thinking, they can enhance the efficiency of information retrieval.
2. Chatbots can sometimes assist in complex tasks by providing relevant data or suggestions. When individuals critically evaluate and integrate this information into their decision-making process, it can enhance their critical thinking.
3. Chatbots can be used as learning aids. They can provide explanations, examples, and guidance, which can support skill development and, when used effectively, encourage critical thinking.
In summary, the impact of chatbots on critical thinking skills depends on how we use them. The effect will be harmful if they become a crutch to avoid independent thought or analysis. However, they can be valuable resources when used as tools to facilitate and augment critical thinking and writing processes. Individuals must balance leveraging the convenience of chatbots and actively engaging in independent critical thinking and problem-solving to maintain and enhance their cognitive abilities. You can do that effectively through writing regularly.