• How do great words influence perception?

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    Great words and language profoundly shape our perception and understanding of the world. Tristan Harris, in a conversation with Tim Ferriss, explains that metaphors embedded in our language (e.g., "nation as a family") influence how we perceive significant concepts such as war and climate change. These linguistic structures can mold entire political beliefs and worldviews by organizing a "geometry of meaning" about key topics. Becoming aware of the language we use can help us gain control over our thoughts and choices, potentially influencing major societal issues positively 1.

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