A saying goes, “If you say something often enough and loudly enough, people will begin to believe it to be true.” Though this might sound like an irrelevant old wives’ tale, it’s actually a natural and observable occurrence. A lot of what we repeat as truth is simply stuff we’ve heard so much that we presume it must be true.
Without fact-checking the majority of information we receive, we are unfortunately fated to regurgitate falsehoods. Of course, these “facts” often appear believable and even commonsensical, but at best, they’re outdated and at worst complete myths disguised as veracity.
The internet has become a valuable tool in modern society, allowing people to connect with others and share information quickly and easily. In this article, we will explore forty common myths that have been widely circulated online. For each myth, we will examine the truth behind it as shared by the “Myth vs. Fact” Twitter account.
We Use Only 10% of Our Brain
We would all be rich by now if we received a nickel every time somebody said this famous expression. Emphasizing the importance of using our full potential, this saying is often used by motivational speakers and self-proclaimed “scientists.” However, those who believe this phrase is inaccurate according to science.
We indeed use our entire brain rather than just isolated parts of it. For example, the centers of the brain responsible for regulating bodily functions and equilibrium are always working. Even if research shows that we engage most of our brain when completing simple tasks, this doesn’t mean every part is utilized to its full potential.