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C.S. Lewis put it something like this. Suppose after I balance my checkbook, I announce to you that I have a large check balance. You may decide this is only wishful thinking on my part, but the only way you'll ever know is by checking my figures. Now, if it turns out that my math is right, any guessing that you do about my psychological state of mind as to whether I'm just imagining and wishing for a large balance is a waste of time. If on the other hand you look at the numbers and prove mathematically that I'm wrong, you may find it interesting to explore the psychology of how and why I've deceived myself. But only after you've done a proper investigation of the facts does it make sense to discount my claim or to make guesses about my psychological condition. |
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