This video explores the reasons why intelligent people believe irrational things and what can be done to avoid the allure of delusion. This has serious implications for education, society, and you personally. Full description.
What causes Delusion? The prevailing view is that people adopt false beliefs because they’re too stupid or ignorant to grasp the truth. But just as often, the opposite is true: many delusions prey not on dim minds but on bright ones. And this has serious implications for education, society, and you personally.
In this video, originally published by the After Skool channel in March 19, 2004 and made in collaboration with Gurwinder, we explore the reasons why intelligent people believe irrational things and what can be done to avoid the allure of delusion.
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- Length: 15:38
- Channel: After Skool
- Categories: Videos