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When we want to believe something we ask ourselves, "Can I believe it?" and the answer is almost always, "Yes".

When we don't want to believe something we ask ourselves, "Must I believe it?", and the answer is almost always, "No".

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I've been noticing this in myself, I think it's boils down to conservation of energy.

But boy could I have saved a lot of effort by spending a bit more a bit sooner to hone some beliefs.

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