Epistemic Humility and Approaches to Changing Beliefs

Our beliefs are often resistant to contradictory evidence due to our inherent cognitive biases and the desire to maintain a coherent worldview. This necessitates an epistemic humility, acknowledging that our explanations for the world may overlook important details. However, there is hope in helping people change their beliefs through kindness, empathy, and a gentle approach. Rather than confronting beliefs head-on, slowly untangling and understanding them can lead to positive outcomes, as seen in certain clinical practices for individuals experiencing psychosis.