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Morendil comments on Do I really not believe in God? Do you? - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: Morendil 10 December 2012 05:57:05PM 2 points [-]

Which part of a normally non-religious person wakes up and asserts itself in a crisis situation out of their control?

This post from RationalPoker seems apropos.

Reality dealt you precisely the best possible hand: a) your illusions (e.g. your perception of feeling safe and "in control" in the midst of traffic) have been dispelled, but b) you have gotten away without any damage.

You received a gift - the feeling of gratitude isn't precisely insane, but you should assume you made a mistake, and analyze the situation in terms of "where did I mess up" rather than "guardian angel was watching over wonderful me".

Comment author: shminux 10 December 2012 06:54:56PM 0 points [-]

Preaching to the converted, bro. I have mastered the logic of it a long time ago, but it does not affect the feeling.

Comment author: Morendil 10 December 2012 07:52:45PM 1 point [-]

Preaching

Communication remains hard. Looks like I've messed it up, somehow. :)

My best idea at this point is to recommend a (re)reading of The Sirens of Titan.