The term conspiracy theory often stigmatizes legitimate doubt. Discover why real skepticism is not radicalism but an expression of mature thinking.
Why the Term Conspiracy Theory Can Be Dangerous
The term conspiracy theory often stigmatizes legitimate doubt. Discover why real skepticism is not radicalism but an expression of mature thinking.
We live in a world where information is omnipresent – and yet, thinking seems increasingly rare. For decades, we’ve been offered a reality based less on independent reflection and more on constant overstimulation. So who is still surprised when people consume more than they question?
A widespread practice is the uncritical adoption of opinions. Thinking is outsourced – to influencers, algorithms, group identities. The individual intellect retreats behind the comfort of belonging. The ability to verify and evaluate is not lost – it is simply no longer demanded.