When Facts Don't Matter

<p>Right now we seem to live in a world  where facts don't matter.  Joe Biden was on a rant last August and made a statement I don't think he intended, but was actually true.  What he said was "We choose truth over facts".  That really sums up what's going on in this country right now.</p> <p>In this episode we'll consider the dangers of the disconnect between truth and facts.  All human beings have a natural tendency to cling to what they consider to be their own truth.  Often, these truths are not grounded in actual fact.  If you try to demonstrate to a person why their truth isn't based in fact, they'll often get angry with you, and they don't want to listen.  It's as if you're trying to invalidate them as a person.  The response is emotional, not logical.</p> <p>Taking great care to ensure that your truths are grounded in provable facts is key to success in your life.  This is a skillset that few people seem to have.  Developing this skillset will launch you ahead of your competition and help you avoid many mistakes.     </p>