ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

The Power of Belief

Belief is when you think something is true, even if you don't have proof. It's like when you believe in Santa Claus, even though you've never seen him. Believing can be very powerful because it can make you feel strong and confident, and it can make you work harder to achieve your goals. For example, if you believe that you can do well on a test, you might study harder and do better than if you didn't believe in yourself. But believing can also be tricky because sometimes we believe things that aren't true. It's important to check facts and evidence before you decide to believe in something.