"Close social networks strongly shape beliefs, often increasing certainty even when views may be inaccurate. The more your inner circle agrees with you, the more certain you feel."
"Having even one person with different views in your close network is linked to significantly less extreme beliefs. One person can disrupt the reinforcement of shared beliefs."
"The Network Diversity Audit is a free, browser-based worksheet that helps you audit your own network diversity through a simple four-step process."
"At the end of the audit, you'll receive a Network Diversity Score and four reflection questions to consider how your network influences your beliefs."
Close social networks significantly influence beliefs, reinforcing certainty even when views are inaccurate. Having just one person with differing opinions can reduce belief extremity. A new tool, the Network Diversity Audit, allows individuals to assess their network diversity by listing important contacts, rating belief similarities, evaluating social media exposure to different viewpoints, and reflecting on the results. This tool aims to help users understand the impact of their social circles on their beliefs.
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