The Objectivity Assumption: Difference between revisions

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Second, acknowledging that our perceptions are subjective can be uncomfortable and can cause [[cognitive dissonance]]. It introduces uncertainty and can challenge our sense of self and our beliefs. Therefore, we often resist acknowledging our biases and maintain the belief in our objectivity.

Finally, societal norms and structures often reinforce the assumption of objectivity through the [[Status Quo Bias]] reaffirming the idea of [[Consensus Reality|consensus reality]]. For example, in many cultures, people are rewarded for being confident and certain, which can discourage people from questioning their own perceptions and beliefs.

Finally, societal norms and structures often reinforce the assumption of objectivity through the [[Status Quo Bias]] reaffirming the idea of a [[Consensus Reality|consensus reality]]. For example, in many cultures, people are rewarded for being confident and certain, which can discourage people from questioning their own perceptions and beliefs.

However, it's important to note that while we all have biases and our perceptions are inherently subjective, this doesn't mean that all perceptions are equally valid or that objective truth doesn't exist. It simply means that achieving a more objective understanding of the world often requires us to actively acknowledge and challenge our [[Cognitive Biases|cognitive biases]].

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 Second, acknowledging that our perceptions are subjective can be uncomfortable and can cause [[cognitive dissonance]]. It introduces uncertainty and can challenge our sense of self and our beliefs. Therefore, we often resist acknowledging our biases and maintain the belief in our objectivity.
-Finally, societal norms and structures often reinforce the assumption of objectivity through the [[Status Quo Bias]] reaffirming the idea of [[Consensus Reality|consensus reality]]. For example, in many cultures, people are rewarded for being confident and certain, which can discourage people from questioning their own perceptions and beliefs.
+Finally, societal norms and structures often reinforce the assumption of objectivity through the [[Status Quo Bias]] reaffirming the idea of a [[Consensus Reality|consensus reality]]. For example, in many cultures, people are rewarded for being confident and certain, which can discourage people from questioning their own perceptions and beliefs.
 However, it's important to note that while we all have biases and our perceptions are inherently subjective, this doesn't mean that all perceptions are equally valid or that objective truth doesn't exist. It simply means that achieving a more objective understanding of the world often requires us to actively acknowledge and challenge our [[Cognitive Biases|cognitive biases]].

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