27 Jan '24 09:36>
@divegeester saidThe question is a general one, and I believe that you, as an animal, would agree. It's a straightforward answer that applies to all animals to a certain extent. That is, all animals who are capable, more or less, to form beliefs. At the core of the matter of belief lies the one answer which covers all general beliefs. It's a matter of survival. That's the "why" for believing, survival, that's why.
Why do you believe the things you believe Suzianne?
How we manage to survive through belief is another question, and one which even you would be able to answer all on your own.
For instance, a bird might form a belief about the location of a food source based on previous successful hunts. This belief guides the bird's future actions, helping it locate food more efficiently. Similarly, an animal might form a belief about the presence of danger based on past encounters, influencing its behavior to avoid potential threats.