Understand self deception. Self-deception is the act of fooling oneself into believing something that is not true. It is a common human tendency to deceive oneself, often unknowingly. Self-deception can take many forms, from minor exaggerations to outright delusions. It can be a defense mechanism to protect oneself from unpleasant truths or a way to… Continue reading Understand Self Deception
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How Can You Deceive Your Self?
How can you deceive your self? Francois de la Rouchefoucald once wrote, “We are so used to disguising ourselves from others that we end up disguising ourselves from ourselves.” One time, I was speaking to two lawyers. Husband and wife. In a marital therapy session. The wife showed pictures, text messages, and even a video… Continue reading How Can You Deceive Your Self?
