“If someone doesn't value evidence, what evidence are you going to provide that proves they should value it?”
— Sam Harris
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Imagine trying to convince someone that eating healthy food is important. You show them scientific studies and give examples of people who live longer by eating well. But if they don't trust science or care about living longer, no evidence you give will change their mind. They have to first believe that evidence and facts are important before they will listen to what you say. This is like trying to teach someone who cannot hear by shouting louder—it won’t work unless they first accept the value of hearing. To apply this idea in your life, focus on understanding what others believe first and find common ground before trying to change their mind with facts.
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