Don’t Believe What They Say

The Science of Critical Thinking Against Misinformation. How to Detect Lies, Set Boundaries, and Protect Your Mind.

De: Jenson Meskill

Narrado por: VyraMind Studio

Stop Being Manipulated by Noise—Learn to Think for Yourself in an Age of Misinformation

Ever feel like you can’t tell what’s true anymore?

Do you sense that something or someone is quietly shaping what you believe?

Tired of being emotionally drained by arguments, propaganda, and online chaos?

We live in the noisiest era in human history, where headlines, influencers, and algorithms compete for our attention. Every scroll, every “breaking news” banner, every viral post quietly chips away at our ability to think clearly.

Even the smartest, most grounded people get pulled into echo chambers—believing lies because they feel true. The issue isn’t intelligence; it’s wiring. Our brains are built to trust, not to verify—to connect, not to fact-check.

Don’t Believe What They Say exposes the hidden mechanisms that distort your thinking and shows you how to defend your mind with calm precision. Backed by psychology, neuroscience, and real-world examples, it teaches you how to detect deception, protect your mental space, and make decisions that belong to you.

You don’t need a PhD to think critically—just the ability to see the game being played on you. Once you understand how misinformation works, you can’t unsee it. You’ll spot the patterns and triggers instantly. This isn’t about doubting everything—it’s about owning what you choose to believe. In a world built on confusion, clarity is rebellion.

Stop being swayed by outrage and confusion, and start living with clarity, confidence, and independence of thought. Become a steady, trusted mind in a noisy world.

©2025 Jenson Meskill (P)2025 Jenson Meskill

Not Everything Deserves a Reaction

I connected with chapters that explain how fear and outrage are used to steer beliefs. The guidance on disengaging mentally is a highlight. Some sections circle back to earlier ideas, making parts feel repetitive. The overall approach encouraged calmer, more deliberate thinking.

delivers clear explanations

delivers clear explanations and a calm listening experience, but it plays things safe. The chapters are easy to digest, yet rarely challenge the listener. It’s a decent introduction to critical thinking, though it lacks the sharp edge that would make it stand out.

decent overview of critical thinking

Some chapters provide useful reminders about bias and emotional influence, but much of the content feels familiar and surface level. Informative, yet it lacks deeper analysis for more experienced listeners.

Thinking Is a Skill

I enjoyed it that frame critical thinking as something trained, not automatic. The emphasis on slowing down reactions is effective. A few later chapters repeat earlier points without adding much depth. Even so, it reinforced the value of restraint and analysis.

protecting mental space

It covers important ground on questioning information and protecting mental space, but the execution is uneven. Some chapters are insightful, while others feel stretched. The narration helps maintain focus, though the material may not fully satisfy listeners seeking advanced or original perspectives.