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intellectual dissonance

The phenomenon of being opposed to a subject or topic like censorship, yet finding it intriguing and worthwhile to study. This term captures the conflict between personal beliefs and the intellectual curiosity that drives someone to explore contentious or challenging subjects.
Even though I have strong reservations about censorship, my intellectual dissonance compelled me to delve into its implications on freedom of expression.
by Emotional Cruiser September 19, 2025
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