Sure. I just question that its religion itself which does this. It seems unlikely ppl need to believe things that aren't true to thrive. https://twitter.com/clayroutledge/status/888978527537836032 …
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Replying to @HPluckrose
Possible evolution has constructed our brains such that we actually do feel more comfortable believing some things which aren't true.
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Replying to @christianjbdev
Of course we do. That's why we're so prone to doing it.
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Replying to @HPluckrose
So, at the very least, opening our eyes to the truth can result in discomfort. Possible may cause more serious problems.
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Replying to @christianjbdev @HPluckrose
I'm being a bit of devils' advocate here, cos I'd personally like to believe that the truth is best. But is it not logically possible -
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Replying to @christianjbdev @HPluckrose
that some fictions could need to be maintained for the good of our societies and mental health? It's an interesting thought.
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Psychological ways to manage existential dread, yes. Religion is a quick fix option.
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