Describe the three stages of Descartes Skeptical methodology. What is the purpose of this endeavor? What is each stage meant to cast doubt on, and how does it accomplish this. What is the first truth Descartes discovers, and why can we know it is true even in the strongest skeptical scenario?

Describe a belief you once held, but no longer do. Then describe the process that led you to change your mind. In general, what standards do you use to evaluate whether or not you should believe something? How does your standard compare to Descartes?