External Influence: Shaping Beliefs
Belief is often shaped by external influences, whether it be from authority figures, societal norms, or persuasive rhetoric.
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It's intriguing how individuals can hold steadfast to beliefs that might not align with their genuine convictions, simply due to their faith in those beliefs. This phenomenon is particularly noteworthy because some beliefs are more akin to aspirations or biases rather than objective truths.
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