The chapter delves into the cognitive biases and evolutionary factors that influence people's belief in supernatural phenomena like ghosts and fate. It discusses the role of probabilities and our tendency to misjudge statistics, leading to perceptions of improbable events as impossible. The narrative also examines the link between paranormal beliefs, conspiracy theories, and cognitive biases, highlighting the challenges of critical thinking skills in followers of such beliefs.

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