Some of what we select, we associate, with ourselves, and with other things. We form concepts about what we have selectively perceived, identified, classified, and associated.

Our concepts lead us to conclusions. We form an opinion about these conclusions. As our opinion is strengthened and affirmed by our selection of other data, we form an attitude of conviction regarding our opinion. We believe our opinion to be true.

Assuring ourselves of the (objective) truth of our belief, we become confident that we can predict the future. Since the objective order of nature is stable and unchanging, we expect that what we have found to be true in the past will continue to be true in the future. Based upon our prediction, we act.

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