To write the problem out another way. It's the contrast between what primordial lizard brains want. And what reality actually is. Often I see: Lizard brain

To write the problem out another way. It's the contrast between what primordial lizard brains want. And what reality actually is. Often I see: Lizard brain wants: Simple, agreeable, opinions from authority. Stated confidently. Reality: Nobody is completely sure. Probably requires some nuanced discussion and critical thinking. Problem is, if someone expresses an unconfident opinion. And I reckon I see this all the time: Primordial lizard brain computes the message as: "This person isn't knowledgeable. Reduction in status." IMO there isn't a good way in life to say "I don't know" about a topic. Without primordial lizard brains treating that as a reduction in status. It's a huge problem. I think our brains are just wired to be attracted to simple answers, have a bias for action over discussion. And avoid deep, reflective, critical conversations.