Beliefs and Survival
Exploring the dynamics of belief, the discussion highlights how our minds often prioritize fitting in over seeking truth. Rationality serves not only as a tool for uncovering reality but also for justifying beliefs that align with our social groups. This phenomenon can have profound implications, especially in oppressive environments where survival may depend on the ability to convince oneself of falsehoods.In this clip
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Infinite Loops 2023
Certainty is the Death of Thought | Gurwinder Bhogal | Episode 155
Related Questions
Can rationality help in changing minds?
Can rationality help in changing minds as discussed in the episode Steven Pinker on the Pursuit of Rationality and in the clip Rationality and Misinformation?
Is it plausible to say the rational mind tries to rationalize what the mind wants to do, for example, if somebody wants to do something, is it not because they thought it, but because of hormones and neurotransmitters rather than choice, as discussed in the episode Author Robert Wright on Buddhism vs. Stoicism and the Dangers of Social Affirmation and the clip Cognitive Dissonance?