Certainty

     Think of the beliefs that you are absolutely certain are true without a doubt.  Without any doubts, you also believe those people who disagree with you are wrong.
     Sometimes, we trust experts to give us true facts.  We obviously value their education, expertise, intelligence, insight and foresight in order to believe they are right.  These admirable experts may be family members, pastors, scientists, or authors of scriptures, history, or other specialized subjects.  We often put more confidence into another person's brainpower than we put into our own abilities.  Beware of manipulation and reinforcement of ideas that aren't true.  We may feel disloyal when doubting or fearful when giving up previous beliefs.
     Some beliefs can be proven with evidence.  Other beliefs may actually be opinion and not fact.  By using scientific methods, some unknown phenomena may be classified as true, false, or  needs more investigation.   Many beliefs cannot be proven or dis-proven but are accepted by faith, hope, emotion, or wishful thinking.  We may want to consider why others don't agree with us.
     In "O" magazine, Oprah writes a column entitled "What I Know For Sure."  Readers can agree or disagree.  Everyone should trust their own abilities to discover truth, uncover untruth, and develop theories and opinions.  Sharing your beliefs can benefit people near and far.