BY
PEPUKAI BEGEDE (THE SCRIBE)

In our contemporary world, ordinary individuals often find themselves ensnared by the snares of modern-day discrimination and deceit. Many shy away from the essential practice of critical thinking, a shield against the seducers and manipulators among us. A careful examination of the prevailing thought patterns of the general populace reveals a pervasive ignorance in how most individuals arrive at their conclusions.

Commonly, people succumb to certain beliefs or make choices driven by three primary factors:

1. The influence of instinctual emotions.
2. The sway of others’ perspectives.
3. The guidance provided by religious texts and spiritual leaders.