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why are people so gullible ?

Some people will believe anything; astrology,Religious dogma,Obama's an alien, the moon is made of cheese,Nostradumbass, ghosts, magic crystals, invading Iraq was a good idea, ect. If anyone tells you they have all the answers, run away from them as fast as you can. Knowone Knows what will happen one minute from now let alone what will happen after death.

asked by catnip09 4 months ago

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turguman says

because lies is much more exciting & people love excitation they don`t wanna search or make sure or findout,they know that truth is not always fun !

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EdG. says

People will believe the most ridiculous things if they find it comforting or it reaffirms their worldview. No time to analyze facts or evidence, even now that they're available (c'mon people, this isn't the stone age).

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wotsinaname says

People are gullible because of their need for acceptance and reasurance.

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topgunjager says

i think it's because it's in our nature=)

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Gullibility is hereditary

People are essentially good in nature and usually tend to believe in the best in others. This primal urge is probably part of what helped us survive as an early species, trusting that your own kind is... keep reading →

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