> How would they do that when what they're saying is clearly false? All it takes is to trigger a feeling of doubt in the listener to "destabilize their percept

> How would they do that when what they're saying is clearly false? All it takes is to trigger a feeling of doubt in the listener to "destabilize their perception reality" > How? I don't see how this would solve anything in this situation. It's not a fight over resources... It removes the source of the doubt/discomfort, doesn't it? It's easier to ignore your doubts if you don't have a reminder walking around and talking to you about it.