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Exploring Free Will and Self-Investigation
The assumption of having free will can hinder curiosity and self-exploration as it may lead one to attribute all decisions to this notion without considering external and internal influences such as cultural traditions, biological mechanisms, genetics, and neurological factors. Engaging in self-investigation reveals that many decisions are shaped by these influences rather than mystical free will. Being aware of these influences makes individuals more open to understanding themselves and being less susceptible to manipulation by external forces like political parties, corporations, and AI.