The self-proof trap is a common logical misconception that refers to the tendency of people to overemphasize their own opinions when confronted with criticism or questioning of others, and may even fall into a cycle of self-justification. It's like a whirlpool that keeps tumbling, and the more you struggle, the harder it is to get out of it.
As an example, let's say someone accuses you of being noisy as a child, and you firmly deny it and try to prove that you weren't noisy as a child. In the process, you may become very obsessed with proving your point and may even employ some less convincing evidence to prove your innocence. However, such a rebuttal will only reinforce the other person's point of view and make you more troubled.
This is a typical manifestation of the self-evident trap. When we fall into this trap, we tend to become emotional and may even lose our minds, making it impossible to respond effectively to criticism or questioning from others. Therefore, we need to remain calm and rational to avoid falling into the trap of self-evidence.
Here are some ways to avoid falling into the trap of self-evidence:
One, stay calm.
When others question or criticize you, you need to stay calm and not be influenced by their emotions or words to avoid confusion or falling into disadvantage.
Second, analyze the other party's point of view.
Carefully study and analyze the other side's views and arguments to see if their arguments are logically flawed or deliberately misleading. If you find that the other person's point of view is untenable, you don't need to put too much effort into arguing with them.
Three. Facts and figures speak for themselves.
Back up your point with facts and figures, don't over-interpret or make excuses. In this way, you can avoid falling into the trap of others and turn defense into attack.
Fourth, adhere to the faith.
Trust that your judgments and values are correct, and don't be shaken by the doubts or criticisms of others. Resolutely protect your position so as not to be led by the nose by others.
Fifth, effective communication.
When communicating with others, express your point of view concisely and avoid vague or misleading words. At the same time, it is also necessary to listen to the opinions of others and respect their views in order to achieve the purpose of communication.
Sixth, improve logical thinking ability.
Improve your logical thinking skills so that you can better identify and resist logical traps and avoid falling into the trap of self-evidence.
7. Ask for help.
In some cases, you may seek help from a third party, such as an authority or a third-party agency that has commissioned a notary, to obtain their objective and impartial evaluation and advice.