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What is Cognitive Dissonance

Stolen from internet so thanks to the writer Cognitive Dissonance: A Crash Course Chances are good that you’re heard of  cognitive dissonance theory , but how well do you know the ins and outs of it? It’s an element of psychology that’s made its way into popular vocabulary, although many people use the term without understanding the psychological nuances. Since Leon Festinger’s landmark book  in 1957, there have been a ton of studies examining and clarifying the power of dissonance. So let’s get into it! My job today is to demystify cognitive dissonance and bring clarity to what might be an otherwise murky psychological phenomenon. By the end of this, you’ll have a better sense of what dissonance is and what effects it produces. Even more, you’ll know more about  why and  when it works the way it does. What is Cognitive Dissonance Theory? The key behind dissonance is  inconsistency . When you hold two thoughts that are...

Why it annoys me

I'm going to expand in order to highlight Now I must stress , this is not about you. However it is about a generation. I sit down next to a stranger in a skate park in christchurch and strike up a conversation.... He has bought 30 acres in Swanandowa ( sp) ..... My lot have had 17 odd houses.. you through a bit of hard work and good fortune probably are similar. Most people of my generation have had to work as hard Just to keep our heads above water.! Retirement, savings, a new car?...not happening unless you carry debt. Unless you are on the housing ladder deep in debt and stripping capital from the asset... Now that's fine ..I have no problem with that , the American dream isn't  my thing. I do however, take issue;      I do take issue,  when I point out" how why and where! supported by not my " made up facts "  but evidence that you simply can't  make up ..( plants eat co2 and the atomic weight is 44  see previous posts  etc. ) ...

Atomic Weights Climate change

So tell me How, if Co2 ( an inert gas ) which is heavier than O2... does it " reflect " energy !and if one thinks  Where are all the trees ? because there is a lack of CO2.... Ever thought why they "add" Co2 to greenhouses ? No ya local weed growers know the score , here adding CO2 via dry ice to maximise the weed crop ! Meanwhile back in Ipcc land we are fed this "garbage " Oh really ......