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Ah, the Truth………Finding the Truth is Always a Challenge by Bill Attardi

William Attardi on September 26, 2026

 I feel humans have three options in the search for the truth, open to all of us:
1.       Listen only to those we agree with in order to confirm our own beliefs

……makes us feel good but if we are wrong, truth has no chance.

2.       Listen to those we do not agree with in order to re-enforce our contrary beliefs

……..makes us angry, re-enforces our beliefs, truth be damned.

3.       Listen to both sides with an open mind to determine the truth as best we can

………still may not find the truth but the truth at least has a chance.

Being open-minded means actively searching for reasons we might be wrong—not for reasons we must be right—and revising our views based on what we learn. Psychologist Adam Grant

Open mind to me is key (quote above)………that means controlling our beliefs, not abandoning them, and respecting opposing sides, understanding what’s different, as long as we are not dealing with evil.  Satan / evil is the only one we should not respect.  Liberals, progressives, traditionalists, conservatives, democrats, republicans, independents, etc. etc. etc. all have something to say and we can learn, grow and maybe even change when truth shows its face. One truth is people believe what they want to believe. The stronger that feeling, less chance minds will be changed and that truth will prevail. My opinion: any medium, any show, any publication that refused to air dissenting opinion should not be watched, that is if you want the truth.

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Ah, the Truth………Finding the Truth is Always a Challenge

William Attardi on September 26, 2025

Being open-minded means actively searching for reasons we might be wrong—not for reasons we must be right—and revising our views based on what we learn. Psychologist Adam Grant

I feel humans have three options in the search for the truth, open to all of us:
1.       Listen only to those we agree with in order to confirm our own beliefs

……makes us feel good but if we are wrong, truth has no chance.

2.       Listen to those we do not agree with in order to re-enforce our contrary beliefs

……..makes us angry, re-enforces our beliefs, truth be damned.

3.       Listen to both sides with an open mind to determine the truth as best we can

………still may not find the truth but the truth at least has a chance.

Open mind to me is key (quote above)………that means controlling our beliefs, not abandoning them, and respecting opposing sides, understanding what’s different, as long as we are not dealing with evil.  Satan is the only one we should not respect.  Liberals, progressives, traditionalists, conservatives, democrats, republicans, independents, etc. etc. etc. all have something to say and we can learn, grow and maybe even change when truth shows its face. One truth is people believe what they want to believe. The stronger that feeling, less chance minds will be changed and that truth will prevail. My opinion: any medium, any show, any publication that refused to air dissenting opinion should not be watched, that is if you want the truth.

About LearnersLive
LearnersLive.com is a platform dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth. Focused on leadership, marketing, and management, the site offers virtual courses, expert interviews, and curated industry resources. With new content added regularly, LearnersLive.com empowers individuals and organizations to embrace change through ongoing education and insight.

The Creator of Baby Ruth Actually Sued Babe Ruth –The Baby Ruth candy bar was created by the Curtiss Candy Company in 1920 — the same year that baseball legend Babe Ruth hit a then-record 54 home runs. But the Great Bambino was irked that the company was selling a candy bar with such a similar name to his own without offering him any royalties. Rather than take the Curtiss Candy Company to court, the Sultan of Swat decided to make his own candy bar, and in 1926 he debuted Ruth’s Home Run bar. The Curtiss Candy Company responded by turning the tables and taking Ruth to court. They accused the slugger of trying to steal their trademark and capitalize on the success of their brand. In a 1931 deposition, Curtiss founder Otto Schnering insisted the candy was named after “Baby Ruth” Cleveland — the daughter of President Grover Cleveland.  He also attested that the company came up with the name in 1919 before the baseball player had become a household name and that the name was merely coincidental. While the validity of those claims is disputed to this day, the court nonetheless ruled in favor of the candy company, forcing Ruth to end his foray into the world of candy.