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EPISODE · Sep 11, 2022 · 2 MIN

Episode 219: What is conviction?

from PsycHacks · host Orion Taraban

The word "conviction" has a mystery inside of it that is revealed by examining its etymological origins. It comes from the Latin words "con," meaning "with," and "vincere," meaning "to conquer." "Conviction" literally means "with conquering," or -- perhaps more felicitously -- "with victory." But victory over what? I'll discuss more in this episode. #conviction #victory #confidence

The word ”conviction” has a mystery inside of it that is revealed by examining its etymological origins. It comes from the Latin words ”con,” meaning ”with,” and ”vincere,” meaning ”to conquer.” ”Conviction” literally means ”with conquering,” or -- perhaps more felicitously -- ”with victory.” But victory over what? I’ll discuss more in this episode. #conviction #victory #confidence

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