Letter from the Editor: It’s OK to not have an opinion on everything

The title “Mine my opinion? Part 1. Let’s start with basics – types” appears to be the start of a series on cryptocurrency mining, where the author invites opinions or dives into the topic. Given the focus on basics and types, this long-form article explores the fundamental types of cryptocurrency mining in depth. As someone … Read more

Having An Opinion of Value 

The topic “The Other ‘What Is Your Personal Opinion?’ Trap” originates from media training and public speaking contexts, particularly in interviews and debates. It refers to a subtle rhetorical or journalistic tactic where an interviewer or opponent shifts a factual, evidence-based discussion to a subjective personal stance. This move often aims to personalize, emotionalize, or … Read more

Having an Opinion Is Scary Here’s How to Move Past It

Teaching Fact vs Opinion for Reading Comprehension is one of those foundational skills that quietly transforms how kids interact with the world. I remember my first year teaching third grade— a student argued passionately that “pizza is the best food ever” was a fact because “everyone loves it.” We spent the next week unraveling that … Read more