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300 - Cognitive Dissonance - Part One

You Are Not So Smart

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Cognitive Dissonance and Doomsday Beliefs

This chapter explores cognitive dissonance through the history of a 1950s doomsday cult led by a woman claiming alien messages. It highlights a psychologist's investigation into the unwavering beliefs of cult members, examining their intense convictions despite looming disconfirmation.

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