Belief or Deception: Unmasking the Online Myth Phenomenon
Dive into the Psychology Behind Our Acceptance of Falsehoods – Where Belief, Free Speech, and Misinformation Collide
Explore the intriguing reasons why people readily believe online myths. This deep dive into human psychology reveals how our own beliefs can blind us to the truth. Discover the unexpected connection between free speech, misinformation, and our personal biases. The key lies in understanding...
I really enjoyed just nodding along to this piece. We share the same spirit (I think!). I was reading this book called "The Myths We Live By" and I have to share the opening quote would resonate well with you.
"Most people would rather die than think" - Bertrand Russell
And I have pondered about this a lot. It's not so much about unawareness but more to do with active refusal to do so. It's a topic that I'm still digging to this day.
Thanks for your lovely comment, Chusana! That’s a great quote, sometimes it really feels that way! Exactly, people can be aware of things and still deny their existence. It’s fascinating! I will check out the book, thanks for the recommendation, sounds like something right up my alley.