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Derek Sivers

make believe

Oct 30, 2022
02:50

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  • Make believe scenarios in childhood allow for excitement, creativity, and exploration of different roles and beliefs.
  • As adults, holding onto make believe beliefs like religion or identity can offer emotional comfort and connections, despite lacking factual truth.

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The Role of Make Believe in Childhood

Children engage in make believe scenarios like imagining monsters and hot lava, creating new roles and situations for themselves. These scenarios provide excitement and allow them to feel protected or heroic. Make believe serves a purpose in letting kids explore different beliefs and roles, fostering creativity and imagination.

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