The Rational Evidence Delusion

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The Rational Evidence Delusion

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The scientific method's greatest delusion: believing humans are rational beings who update their beliefs based on evidence. Psychological studies repeatedly show we're hardwired for confirmation bias—selectively accepting information that supports our existing views while dismissing contradictory data. Neuroscience reveals our brains literally process opposing viewpoints in different neural pathways than agreeable ones! The username "Hegel Borg™" is particularly brilliant—combining Hegelian dialectics (thesis-antithesis-synthesis) with the Borg's futile "resistance is futile" mantra. Next time you prepare that perfect PowerPoint with irrefutable evidence, remember: you might just be exhibiting symptoms of this widespread academic affliction.

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