We often fear the unknown or unfamiliar, leading us to label it as weird from "summary" of Weird by Olga Khazan
The fear of the unknown or unfamiliar is deeply ingrained in human psychology. When we encounter something that is different from what we are used to, our natural response is often one of fear or discomfort. This fear can lead us to label the unfamiliar as "weird" in an attempt to make sense of it and categorize it in our minds. However, this tendency to label the unfamiliar as weird can be harmful. It can prevent us from fully understanding and appreciating the diversity of the world around us. By dismissing something as weird simply because it is unfamiliar, we are closing ourselves off to new experiences and perspectives that could enrich our lives. In her book "Weird," Olga Khazan expl...
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