Repetition can create the illusion of accuracy in our memories from "summary" of The Invisible Gorilla by Christopher Chabris,Daniel Simons
When we hear something repeated multiple times, it can feel like the information is being confirmed and reinforced, leading us to believe that it must be accurate. This feeling of familiarity and consistency can trick our brains into thinking that the information is true, even if it is actually false. In the realm of memory, repetition can play a powerful role in shaping our recollections. The more we hear or see something repeated, the more likely we are to remember it and the more confident we become in the accuracy of our memory. This phenomenon can occur even when the information is incorrect or misleading. Our memories are not as relia...
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