DHS - The Psychology of Believing

Welcome to The Doug Halsey Solutions Podcast, your go-to resource to empower you with the skills and knowledge needed to explore the history of religions, the psychology behind belief, and the cultural impact of faith. Engage in discussions on the philosophical and scientific questions surrounding spirituality and the divine. Each episode is packed with actionable advice, real-world case studies, and proven techniques designed to help you.

Teleological Thinking: Purpose, Gods, and Human Understanding

Teleological thinking, with its focus on purposeand causality, helped early humans explain the world around them. In doing so, they attributed divinepurpose to natural forces, resulting in the creation of gods who governed those forces and oversaw the moral and physical order of the universe. These gods were seen as purposeful agents, helpinghumans understand their existence, their responsibilities, and the meaning behind the world’s events. 

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