Healthy Level of Skepticism

One downside to critical thinking may be cynicism...

When you question everything enough, even rose gardens could begin to look like invasive species planted by those with aristocratic tendencies.

Don't get me wrong, the ability to think critically and creatively is essential. A lot of things need to be changed, and that will require a critical mass of problems solvers.

But every now and then, even those who want to change the world need to relax and enjoy a nice view and some casual time with friends. Otherwise, they may burn out, or run the risk of losing the belief that the world is worth changing.