I am not sure that differentiating between "that which I physically sensed with my own body" and "information I received from others" leads to particularly good place. Yes, we should probably put a little more weight on things we experienced, but even they are subject to massive differences of interpretation based on prior experience and knowledge. Humanity has made enormous strides by being able to believe in information we obtained from others, and discarding that is something I am convinced does not lead to positive outcomes.
I acknowledge that not discarding it can also lead to negative outcomes, as in TFA.
I acknowledge that not discarding it can also lead to negative outcomes, as in TFA.