Philosophy
Some people have the misconception that philosophy is nothing more than the study of other's ideas. Philosophy is actually the pursuit of knowledge or a way of thought. Some people think that everything they believe about a certain subject is their philosophy on that subject. However, your thoughts or beliefs on something aren't necessarily a philosophy. You can't create a philosophy until you've pursued the knowledge and reasoning behind why you have certain beliefs. Philosophy is a particular way of thinking. Some people think scientifically or religiously, but philosophers think with logic, practicality, and criticism. All philosophers use former schools of thought that they analyze logically and then decide whether or not they buy into that school of thought or want to pursue different angles and produce their own philosophical stance.
