The 7 Habits of Highly Objective People

Objectivity is a core element of rationality, a cardinal virtue in the Objectivist ethics—and in any moral code that aims to help people live their best lives. But practicing objectivity is a challenge in light of emotional and other obstacles. David Kelley offers seven questions to ask ourselves in the effort to practice this virtue and maintain our alignment with reality. The questions are illustrated with examples from business, relationships, political argument, psychology, and other domains.