When everyone thinks the same, no one is thinking at all. Groupthink is the death of creativity, the enemy of progress, and the tool of tyrants. Learn to recognize when the herd mentality takes over.

Signs of Groupthink:
- Illusion of unanimity
- Self-censorship of dissenting views
- Direct pressure on dissenters
- Belief in inherent morality of the group

Your mind is your weapon. Sharpen it with logic, evidence, and ruthless self-examination. Question assumptions. Demand proof. Test everything against reality.

Essential Tools:
- Socratic questioning
- Evidence evaluation
- Logical fallacy detection
- Bias recognition

Every day you are bombarded with messages designed to make you think, feel, and act in ways that benefit others. Learn to see through the manipulation.

Common Techniques:
- Emotional appeals over facts
- False dichotomies
- Bandwagon effects
- Authority without evidence