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[[File:Naive Realism2.png|alt=Naive Realism|thumb|Naive Realism]] | [[File:Naive Realism2.png|alt=Naive Realism|thumb|'''Figure 1'''. Rene Descartes quote on Naive Realism]] | ||
'''The assumption of objectivity otherwise known as "[[Bias Blind Spot|bias blind spot]]" or "naïve realism" in humans is a prevalent cognitive bias that stems from our tendency to believe that our perceptions and beliefs are accurate, objective reflections of reality.''' We tend to think that we see the world as it is, not realizing that our perceptions are influenced by our personal experiences, beliefs, cultural backgrounds, and cognitive processes. | '''The assumption of objectivity otherwise known as "[[Bias Blind Spot|bias blind spot]]" or "naïve realism" in humans is a prevalent cognitive bias that stems from our tendency to believe that our perceptions and beliefs are accurate, objective reflections of reality.''' We tend to think that we see the world as it is, not realizing that our perceptions are influenced by our personal experiences, beliefs, cultural backgrounds, and cognitive processes. | ||
There are several reasons why this assumption is so prevalent. First, it's a natural outcome of how our brains process information. Our brains take in information from our senses and construct a model of the world that feels objective and real to us. This model helps us navigate the world and make decisions, so it's beneficial for our survival and success. | There are several reasons why this assumption is so prevalent. First, it's a natural outcome of how our brains process information. Our brains take in information from our senses and construct a model of the world that feels objective and real to us. This model helps us navigate the world and make decisions, so it's beneficial for our survival and success. | ||