The only things that are common across every corner of the globe are facts. Ask anyone in any country what 2+2 is or if winter is colder than summer and you'll get the same answer. Evidence is the one thing that brings all people together. Beliefs, on the other hand, divide us.

Adopting an ideology means you're adopting a position before you consider the facts. Every problem needs to be examined on its own, free of external pressure, in order to be successfully resolved.

Self worth and esteem are strong psychological underpinnings which can be strengthened when one has the power to influence his/her existence.