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#8 Julia Galef: The Art of Changing Minds

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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Demand Clarity in Beliefs

Engaging in clear thinking emphasizes the need to translate beliefs into concrete predictions about the world. By questioning what observable changes would validate a belief, one moves away from vague assertions towards a more rigorous approach that allows for potential disproof through evidence. This reflective process stems from recognizing that many philosophical discussions often lack substance, as they fail to produce testable or meaningful claims.

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