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Another very nuanced, but majorly important blog topic that will take a series to properly outline is the difference between True & Valid (or Facts). I've had some eye-opening realizations watching human behavior as a result of operating social media accounts with sizable followings. Seeing in real-time somebody incorrectly conclude something, and then utilize that faulty conclusion as the foundation for a series of responses.  In mathematics, while outlining valid manipulations to equations to take steps towards potential solutions, entry-level algebra will teach you that you can divide a value to one entire side of an equation so long as you repeat that exact process to the other side. So, for example, if you are attempting to solve 2x = 4x you might decide to divide both sides by 'x' and resulting in something that doesn't make any sense 2=4 or a false statement. Your parameters you were given were valid, as were apparently your steps. Up until this moment this p...

Correlation does not equal causation. If you're ever looking for a good laugh, look up spurious correlations. Life can be hilarious and statistics can make it even funnier. For example the popularity in the name "Gerad" appears to follow the air pollution levels in Anchorage, Alaska. Do people who name their babies Gerad, celebrate by sitting idle in their cars or startup coal companies? Not likely. But if you're so included, you could make that conspiracy claim. Hopefully I don't lose anyone in nerd speak, but I want to get into the concept of using an 'operating construct.' Often times people need something to be true before they sign up for following it. Does Santa Clause really bring you better gifts if your behavior is better? No. But it certainly appears to be the case if your behavior-gift quality correlation results in a bountiful Christmas morning. For some, knowing Santa isn't real will alter their behavior, for others they will dig to find ...