Why do people still believe the Earth is only 6,000 years old?
I got into a debate with my coworker who insists the Earth is only 6,000 years old based on the Bible. I showed him radiometric dating evidence and he said scientists are wrong. How do you have a productive conversation about this? Is this a common belief? I don't want to insult his faith but the science is pretty clear.
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The cultural context matters a lot here. What's considered normal or acceptable varies enormously between different regions, generations, and social groups. There's no universal standard on this.
Great question. I've thought about this a lot and honestly I think both sides have valid points. The key is finding a balance that works for your life rather than following what everyone else does.
My grandmother always said the more things change, the more they stay the same. Every generation thinks the one after it is going to ruin everything, and somehow the world keeps turning. I try to keep that perspective.
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