"Les savants ignorent les preuves de leurs sens pour préserver la cohérence des idées de leur imagination"
— Adam Smith
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When people are very educated, they sometimes choose to overlook what they see, hear, or feel in the real world so that their personal ideas and theories still make sense to them. For example, a scientist who deeply believes in a specific theory might ignore new evidence that contradicts their theory because it would be too hard to change all their previous work. This tendency shows how human beings can cling to their own views even when faced with facts that challenge them. A good way to apply this wisdom in life is to remain open-minded and willing to adjust your opinions when new information comes to light. By doing so, you ensure that your understanding of the world is based on reality and not just on your personal beliefs.
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