# "Don't tell me what to think" : Why we push back against truth

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Podcast: [Unspun](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unspun-6601575)
Published: 2025-11-18T20:51:14+00:00
Episode link: https://mswmedia.com/show/unspun/
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## Resource

Why do people reject information meant to help them? In this episode of UnSpun , we explore psychological reactance — the instinct to resist control — and how it shapes our reactions to fact-checks, corrections, and even each other. From COVID-19 warning labels to social-media fatigue and holiday-table arguments, DrSturg traces how the need for freedom can make truth feel like pressure. And she offers a better way to get people to stop rejecting facts. Topics covered: – What psychological reactance is – How social media architecture amplifies defiance – Why corrections often backfire – How to talk to friends or family who reject facts – The emotional balance between truth and autonomy #Reactance #Misinformation #MediaLiteracy #UnSpunPodcast #SocialMediaPsychology Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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