Not sure I can agree with you there, Steve. Critical thinking is a cognitive method. It certainly can be taught. But it is entirely a cognitive process.

I know some very good critical thinkers who are emotional morasses and feel mostly miserable outside of their work. Great engineers, researchers, physicians, scientists, etc. No personal insight whatsoever, though, or if they do have personal insight, unable to translate that insight into functional, satisfying lives and relationships. Often very poor social skills, numerous failed marriages, kids that want nothing to do with them. Critical thinking is a great skill to have. Don't make a religion of it however.