People care what other people think for the simple reason that human beings are social animals. When other people agree with us, it makes us feel confirmed in our beliefs; when they disagree, we feel uncomfortable: even if we reject the idea that they are right and we are wrong, the disagreement often leads to distrust. In the same way that modern leftists become hysterical when they hear disagreement from conservatives, and seek to silence them, those who advance any theory at all feel much better if they are able to persuade those who initially disagree.
That is, it has nothing whatsoever to do with the substance of the belief.
BTW, when I put this post in my 'links', no picture shows up. I think that is on your end, and depends on how you post it. So if you want the picture, you might want to check the settings when you post.
People care what other people think for the simple reason that human beings are social animals. When other people agree with us, it makes us feel confirmed in our beliefs; when they disagree, we feel uncomfortable: even if we reject the idea that they are right and we are wrong, the disagreement often leads to distrust. In the same way that modern leftists become hysterical when they hear disagreement from conservatives, and seek to silence them, those who advance any theory at all feel much better if they are able to persuade those who initially disagree.
That is, it has nothing whatsoever to do with the substance of the belief.
BTW, when I put this post in my 'links', no picture shows up. I think that is on your end, and depends on how you post it. So if you want the picture, you might want to check the settings when you post.
Great to see you respond! I'll read and respond!!