Category: Psychology of Belief

Cognitive Dissonance: Why We Reject Uncomfortable Truths Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon that explains why people often reject uncomfortable truths. At its core, it is the mental tension experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs, or when behavior and belief clash. Rather than resolve this conflict by changing our actions or core assumptions, we often…

Are Humans Naturally Religious? Are humans naturally religious, or is religion a learned cultural phenomenon? This age-old question sits at the intersection of evolutionary psychology, anthropology, cognitive science, and theology. From prehistoric burial sites to modern cathedrals, humanity’s record is filled with rituals, symbols, and stories that reach beyond the physical world. But what does…