Ted's World

Ted's World is a small community that loves teds.

Not the living bears, or from Build-A-Bear, but fun ones.

You can share art and participate in art competitions.

There's a bunch more that I'm too lazy to put here.

I need 300 characters, huh. watch this.

Historical and Scientific Context For centuries, many ancient civilizations initially believed the Earth was flat because their observations were limited to the ground, they saw around them, and the seemingly flat horizon. However, as early as the 6th century BCE, Greek philosophers like Pythagoras and later Aristotle provided evidence that Earth is round, based on observations such as the curved shadow Earth casts during lunar eclipses and the changing stars seen from different latitudes. By the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, most educated people understood Earth’s spherical shape, which was conclusively proven via circumnavigation and modern astronomy. Why Do Some People Still Believe in a Flat Earth? The contemporary flat Earth belief persists largely because of psychological and social factors rather than scientific evidence. Distrust in governments, scientific institutions, and mainstream media fuels conspiracy thinking—where followers suspect a global cover-up about Earth’s true shape. Moreover, the simplicity and intuitive feel of a flat Earth align with everyday sensory experience: the ground feels flat, and the horizon looks straight. Social media platforms help reinforce these beliefs through communities and echo chambers, making it easier to share misinformation and reject scientific consensus Britannica Overwhelming Evidence for a Spherical Earth There is a large body of evidence from multiple fields confirming Earth is not flat: Horizon and Visibility: Ships disappear hull-first over the curve of the ocean, and from high altitudes (above roughly 10,000 meters) you can see Earth's curvature

Astronomical Observations: Different constellations are visible in the Northern and Southern hemispheres, which would be impossible on a flat surface

Lunar Eclipses: Earth’s circular shadow on the Moon during eclipses demonstrates a spherical shape

Satellite Technology and Space Imagery: Thousands of photos and data from independent space agencies show Earth’s round shape, and GPS navigation depends on Earth being a sphere

Gravity: Gravity pulls objects toward Earth's center, resulting in the near-spherical shape of all planets The Importance of Scientific Literacy Belief in a flat Earth can hinder understanding of essential scientific principles and impair critical thinking. Education and respectful dialogue that focus on evidence-based reasoning are the best way to counter misinformation and build public trust in science In conclusion, although the flat Earth myth continues to attract attention, it is contradicted by centuries of strong scientific evidence. Earth is a globe and understanding this is fundamental to our knowledge of space, physics, and navigation. Engaging with curiosity, science education, and empathy provides a positive way forward in addressing persistent misconceptions.