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To defend ourselves against misleading appeals containing ersatz authorities, we should always ask, Is this authority truly an expert? We shouldn’t presume we are too smart to be tricked by mere symbols of authority.
…the very traits that steer us toward certain life situations are the very same traits that those situations encourage, reinforce, and amplify.
The more strongly we affiliate with a group, the greater our risk of losing our sense of uniqueness.
Authorities, even the best informed, may not present their information honestly to us; therefore, we need to consider their trustworthiness in the situation.
Even if you erase your thoughts after a few minutes, just the act of writing them down facilitates a constructive thinking process like nothing else.
Being part of a group with shared interests, identities, goals, values, skills, characteristics, or experiences gives us a sense of connection and belonging.
As hard as it is to hold yourself accountable publicly, it strengthens the bond between you and your team…
Studies show that people identify more strongly with individuals and groups that share unique similarities.









