I think philosophy is the most neglected subject matter in schools. Philosophy has many benefits, but a major one is that it opens up the mind to questioning. If one can get to a point in which he is comfortable questioning the most basic tenants we hold to be obvious truths, then it becomes much easier to be open minded and explorative in areas holding more uncertainty or subjectivity. To be vague but frank, the world would be a better place if people were willing to question the truths they hold to be given.
So let’s get philosophical and question the absurd.