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Don’t Be So Easily Fooled

Welcome to Conspiracy Theories & Debunking

I can handle the truth—can you? Critical thinking is in short supply, but here you’ll get honest answers. What’s nonsense, and what’s actually true? Let’s find out.

Do you see this image and immediately assume it must be true? That’s exactly how conspiracy theories work—a repeated idea gets visualized and, eventually, widely accepted without anyone actually checking the evidence.

People believe all sorts of things. Some think the Earth is flat, that vaccines contain tracking chips, or that a secret elite runs the world from the shadows. Others blindly trust whatever the news and authorities tell them without question. But how many actually take the time to verify whether their beliefs hold up?

This blog series is all about distinguishing fact from fiction. We’ll examine conspiracy theories and myths, tear them apart, and see what’s pure nonsense and what has substance. Some theories are easy to dismiss, while others deserve a closer look.

The point is not to blindly believe—neither in official explanations nor in alternative ones. The point is to use your brain. To investigate, analyze, and figure out what’s actually true.

So, the question is: Are you ready to think for yourself, or do you prefer to believe whatever suits you best?

What Is a Conspiracy Theory?
A conspiracy theory is the belief that an event or development is the result of a secret plan by a powerful group manipulating things behind the scenes. It’s the idea that the world doesn’t operate randomly—someone is pulling the strings in the background.

Why Do People Believe in Them?
Because people hate uncertainty. When something seems illogical, random, or chaotic, we seek explanations that make sense. Conspiracy theories offer simple answers to complex problems—and sometimes, they feel more logical than official explanations.

Additionally, many people distrust governments, media, and big corporations—and for good reason. History is full of lies, corruption, and abuse of power. This drives people to look for alternative explanations—but not all explanations are created equal.

Examples of Conspiracy Theories That Are Pure Nonsense:

🚫 The Earth is flat. (No. Satellite images, gravity, and science say otherwise.)

🚫 5G spreads viruses. (No. Radio waves don’t transmit diseases—viruses do.)

🚫 The moon landings were faked. (No. The U.S. sent humans to the moon, and there is overwhelming evidence to prove it.)

Some conspiracy theories are entertaining to read about, but that doesn’t make them true. The difference between a curious skeptic and an uncritical conspiracy believer is the ability to separate fact from fiction.

See how easy it is to build on a conspiracy? One idea might seem credible at first, but you can always add another layer... and another... and another...

What Is a Myth?
A myth is a claim people believe simply because it has been repeated so many times that no one bothers to check if it’s true. It may sound logical, but in reality, it’s just a well-established misunderstanding.

Common Myths:

❌ We only use 10% of our brains. (Nonsense. Brain scans show we use the whole brain—just not all at once.)

❌ You must drink three liters of water a day. (No. Your body regulates thirst, and we get plenty of fluids from food and other drinks.)

❌ Goldfish have a three-second memory. (Wrong. They can remember things for months.)

Myths spread because they sound plausible, and because most people don’t question what “everyone knows.” But the truth doesn’t care how many times a lie has been repeated.

What Can You Expect from This Blog Series?
Here, we will debunk myths and conspiracy theories with facts and common sense. We’ll tear them apart, examine the evidence, and determine what holds water and what is pure nonsense.

Sometimes, we’ll laugh at how ridiculous some claims are. (Yes, some people still think the Earth is flat.)Other times, we’ll be surprised at how much truth is hidden in something many dismiss. (Some conspiracies have actually turned out to be real.)

We’ll challenge both those who believe everything and those who blindly dismiss everything as a conspiracy theory.

The goal? To help you separate fantasy from what’s genuinely worth investigating. Whether you’re a skeptic, a curious thinker, or fully convinced the world is controlled by hidden forces—you’ll get the truth here.

Many people live in a bubble of narratives they’ve never questioned. But what happens when reality shatters their illusions? When lies they’ve believed for years collapse?

Also read: A Global Mental Tsunami

Are You Ready to Use Your Brain?
You don’t have to believe everything you hear, but you also shouldn’t dismiss everything without checking the facts first. Critical thinking is about asking questions, examining the evidence, and not being fooled—neither by blind faith in authority nor by wild speculation.

This blog series will challenge you. Some will be provoked, others will have an aha moment. The question is: Are you ready for it?

💬 The comment section is open! Share your opinions, challenge me, or suggest what I should debunk in the next blog post. What’s the biggest myth or conspiracy theory you’ve ever heard?

Also read: Deep State - A Conspiracy, Myth, or Reality?