Eli5: Why is it easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled?

Question

Eli5: Why is it easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled?

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Answer 1

In all people there is a phenomenon that the first idea, thought, or opinion on a subject is easiest to solidify. Any change after that is significantly more difficult.

Answer 2

In all people there is a phenomenon that the first idea, thought, or opinion on a subject is easiest to solidify. Any change after that is significantly more difficult.