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Processing contradictory information

Processing contradictory information

When it comes to information to process, it takes effort to hold opposing hypotheses and try to evaluate evidence for and against each one

So your brain optimizes for the fastest shortcut to a solution. And it’s easier to look for things that support your current belief.

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