Bertrand RussellWhat is wanted is not the will to believe, but the will to find out, which is the exact opposite.
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The will to believe is a beautiful thing. It’s a will that makes a person want to throw a little doubt on the world and kiss it goodbye. But, sometimes we need a little help taking a leap of faith. What is needed is the will to find out, which is the exact opposite of the will to believe. When we find out something, we can’t stand not knowing anymore.
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