That is a really nice compliment I appreciate it.

That is actually my biggest personal goal.   To get people using their mind, making their own decisions, learning how to appreciate people who disagree with them, etc.

I started thinking about the big problems in the world, and really the only thing I can do at the moment that might help in the future with big problems is get more people thinking, and hopefully they will go and in turn get even more people thinking.

If most of the population understood and could use critical thinking well then I bet most of the things we consider big problems today would not seem nearly as insurmountable.

I also know it can be a challenge to try to get people to think.   They get too caught up in this WIN/LOSE concept of debate/discussion/argument.     That is very limiting and can hide a person from the wonder that is there waiting to happen for all the participants.   Everyone can be a winner if everyone treats it like a learning and teaching opportunity.

Labels can also ensnare us, box us in, etc.    They are convenient for quick conversation, but it is important to remember we are all individuals.

Thanks for your comment.   It meant a lot to me.