289. Why Is It So Hard To Change Our Minds?

Why is it so hard to change our minds?

We like to think our beliefs are simply based on facts, evidence, and what makes the most sense. But changing our minds is rarely that simple. Our beliefs can become connected to our identity, our relationships, our sense of belonging, and even our need to feel safe.

In this episode, Cory and Channock talk about what actually happens when we begin questioning something we’ve believed for years. They share some of the significant ways their own minds have changed—especially around theology—and why curiosity, safe relationships, and becoming comfortable with “I don’t know” have been so important along the way.

00:00 - We’re Back!
02:25 - Summer Updates
05:38 - Why Is It So Hard to Change Our Minds?
07:10 - The Power of Curiosity
10:11 - When Was the Last Time You Changed Your Mind?
12:02 - Why Our Brains Resist New Beliefs
13:21 - Changing Our Minds About Theology
14:31 - When Beliefs Become Part of Our Identity
15:12 - Confirmation Bias and Scripture
16:16 - Beliefs We Can’t Believe We Once Held
19:33 - What Are We Really Protecting?
21:41 - Our Need for Certainty
23:11 - What Makes Changing Your Mind Possible?
26:35 - Is Changing Your Mind a Sign of Maturity?
27:56 - Why Do We Shame Adults for Changing?
29:10 - What Belief Made Your Life More Beautiful?
30:14 - Stop Asking “Am I Right?”
31:42 - Finding Safe People for the Journey