Why Smart People Believe Stupid Things | After Skool
September 15, 2025
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Why Smart People Believe Stupid Things
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 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.Check out the full podcast with Gurwinder on the Rise of Irrational Thinking - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvqvIXoPBqYCheck out Gurwinder's Substack - https://gurwinder.substack.com/
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