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A Mind of Your Own

Independent Thinking in the Age of Misinformation

with Alan Peterson (Narrator)

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Pub Date Oct 6 2026 | Archive Date Oct 13 2026

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Description

"This book isn't merely for debaters or even truth seekers. It is for all of us. A Mind of Your Own is a blueprint for authenticity and a sovereign mind."—PETER BOGHOSSIAN, coauthor of How to Have Impossible Conversations

A Mind of Your Own reveals a simple but transformative truth: Logic is a skill, but most people have never been taught how to use it. This book is more than memorizing facts or winning arguments. It's about learning how to:

• Spot flawed reasoning instantly—in others and in yourself.

• Ask the right questions that expose truth and dismantle weak arguments.

• Separate emotions from logic to make better decisions in any situation.

• Stay composed under pressure, whether in a debate, negotiation, or conflict.

• Think independently in a world that constantly pressures you to conform.

At the core of Smith's method is a radical shift: Stop trying to prove you're right—and start pursuing what's true. When you detach your identity from your opinions and follow logic wherever it leads, you become far more effective, persuasive, and resilient.

"This book isn't merely for debaters or even truth seekers. It is for all of us. A Mind of Your Own is a blueprint for authenticity and a sovereign mind."—PETER BOGHOSSIAN, coauthor of How to Have...


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EDITION Audiobook, Unabridged
ISBN 9798899734137
PRICE $28.99 (USD)
DURATION 8 Hours

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BISAC Codes

SEL040000 SELF-HELP / Communication & Social Skills
BUS019000 BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Decision-Making & Problem Solving
SEL031000 SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / General