
Rationally Speaking #66 - Matthew Hutson on The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking
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The Power of Belief: Superstitions and Their Impact
This chapter explores the nuances of superstition and its effects on human behavior, contrasting skepticism with the psychological benefits of belief. It discusses the positive social outcomes of religious ideologies, magical thinking, and the intuitive role these beliefs play in providing meaning and control in people's lives.
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