Intellectual  carefulness is thinking in a comprehensive and constructively critical way about the right things, at the right time, with the right tools, and for the right motives (King, 2021)

Intellectual carefulness ensures we are doing our best work. It refers to our ability to discern what subjects and questions require exact answers and which are more nuanced. Carefulness reminds us to look at all sides of an issue with equity and encourages us to "show our work" no matter the talk.