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The Brick Wall Brain: Why Aren't Facts Changing Minds?

TheThinkingAtheist

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The Brick Wall Brain: Understanding Belief Resistance

This chapter explores the psychological barriers, such as cognitive dissonance and emotional attachments, that prevent individuals from changing their deeply held beliefs in light of factual information. It emphasizes the complexities of human cognition and how emotional connections often override rational thinking, leading to a disconnect between facts and acceptance. The discussion also highlights strategies for effective communication to bridge divides between differing viewpoints.

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