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Socratic questioning is a part of the Socratic method, the broader style of teaching and communication that Socrates introduced. There is debate over whether we have continued to use the teachings of Socrates nonstop since his time, or if they left and were reintroduced in more recent years.1 One thing we can be certain of, though, is that Socrates' work has played a role in modern communication.

Socratic questioning is a part of the Socratic method, the broader style of teaching and communication that Socrates introduced. There is debate over whether we have continued to use the teachings of Socrates nonstop since his time, or if they left and were reintroduced in more recent years.1 One thing we can be certain of, though, is that Socrates' work has played a role in modern communication.

The philosophy behind Socratic questioning is both to help us understand others better and to help people understand themselves better. Says Dobson, "Once we are able to name what is going on in us (i.e., emotions, thoughts, behaviors), we have the ability to take the reins and lead our lives." A deeper style of questioning that opens up our minds more than casual conversation could benefit everyone, including the asker.<ref>[https://www.verywellmind.com/socratic-questioning-8350838#:~:text=Challenge%20assumptions:%20Someone%20may%20be%20asked%20how,make%20someone%20step%20back%20and%20see%20a Understanding Socratic Questioning: A Comprehensive Guide] By Ariane Resnick, CNC</ref>

The philosophy behind Socratic questioning is both to help us understand others better and to help people understand themselves better. Says Dobson, "Once we are able to name what is going on in us (i.e., emotions, thoughts, behaviors), we have the ability to take the reins and lead our lives." A deeper style of questioning that opens up our minds more than casual conversation could benefit everyone, including the asker.<ref>[https://www.verywellmind.com/socratic-questioning-8350838#:~:text=Challenge%20assumptions:%20Someone%20may%20be%20asked%20how,make%20someone%20step%20back%20and%20see%20a Understanding Socratic Questioning: A Comprehensive Guide] By Ariane Resnick, CNC</ref>}}

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