TED-Ed: How do you know whom to trust? - Ram Neta

The video discusses how our beliefs about the world are often based on what we've been told rather than direct observation. It highlights the importance of authority in gaining knowledge but warns that even respected authorities can be wrong. The video emphasizes the need to evaluate an authority's track record to determine when to trust them. It also suggests applying the same evaluation to our instincts, promoting a more objective view of ourselves and our relationship with the world.

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