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[–] 11 points 11 hours ago (1 child)

Another reason: it's really easy for unimaginative people to sound smart with cynicism. They'd rather be superior than be right.

"Look at that crash! I told you that flying machines can't work."

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  • [–] 5 points 10 hours ago

    Oo yeah, for real. I kind of stumbled upon this in my teens (maybe everyone does), but luckily was able to snap out of it, woke up, and realised I could form flexible informed opinions that define my whole personality

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