nicely distilled.

however the education system has done a disservice of how critical thinking actually happens.

when you write - then try edit your thoughts (written material). the editing part helps you clarify things, bring truth to power ie. whether you're bullshitting yourself and want to continue or choose another path.

the other part - in a world of answers - critical thinking is a result of asking better questions.

writing helps one to ask better questions.

preferably if you write in a dialogue style.