Episode 266: I Want to Half-Believe
Very Bad Wizards
The Psychological Reasons Behind Superstitions and Weird Connections
Sometimes our psychology leads us to make connections, even if they don't match our other understanding of how the world works. It's hard to undo these beliefs, even if they seem irrational. We often learn these things from our culture or through personal connections. While it may seem like ignoring them is like ignoring Pascal's Wager, it's still important to question and separate these beliefs. Acting on them just because we believe they're important can lead to irrational behavior.
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