Vibes vs Analysis in Beliefs

Most people adopt abstract beliefs by 'vibing'—intuitive, status‑coded associations—while slower, evidence‑based analysis often points elsewhere. Hanson argues two constructive contrarian modes: prioritize domain‑specific evidence over vibes, and use discipline‑neutral criteria to adjudicate conflicts across fields (a polymath stance). A third, weaker mode is to embrace contrary vibes for their own sake. — This gives a practical map for separating status‑driven rhetoric from evidence and for judging cross‑disciplinary claims in politicized debates.