Logical thinking principles and applications

Logical thinking is a big part of the critical thinking process, because it affects how we analyze and process information, communication, and understanding, which is a big part of critical thinking. When a person thinks logically, they use analysis, deduction, induction, and reasoning in both abstract and concrete forms, in order to make a logical, educated decision about a problem or other information. It attempts to uncover the reasoning and characteristics of the problem to devise a solution -- a solution that is rational and makes sense, rather than simply making a quick, snap decision. Logical thinking occurs in a sequence of steps, and leads to a more objective view. This view does not depend on emotion or emotional decisions; they are instead rational and well thought out.

This is the essence of critical thinking, which allows us to make informed and rational decisions about a variety of information and communication. Mr. Spock in Star Trek epitomizes logical thinking -- he simply could not act or think irrationally, it went against his nature. Studying his character and his non-reaction to events around him is a classic example of logical thinking taken to the extreme. An example of logical thinking in the workplace is the flow chart. A flow chart is the epitome of logical thinking, because it forces the flow chart creator to think logically about the subject. They then map out the workflow in precise steps, just as they use steps in logical thinking, and the resulting flow chart is a rational, logical solution to completing the task the most effectively.