>>11691310Up your standards of information acceptance in line with your skepticism. Check multiple opposing sources to account for bias, keep an eye out for the use of persuasive language and rely as much as possible only on things that can be backed by a reputable scientific study.
In cases where this is difficult or impossible, try to avoid committing to any one point of view for as long as possible and always be willing to question how your own motivations or bias may have influenced the conclusion you come to.
