The Truth About Lies How And Why We Deceive Ourselves And Others
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The Truth About Lies
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Author : Ananda Raju
language : en
Publisher: Ananda Raju
Release Date : 2023-06-30
The Truth About Lies written by Ananda Raju and has been published by Ananda Raju this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-30 with Self-Help categories.
Step into the captivating world of "The Truth About Lies: How and Why We Deceive Ourselves and Others." This thought-provoking and enlightening journey explores the intricate web of deception that entangles human existence. With masterful storytelling and cutting-edge research, the book unravels the psychology behind our innate proclivity to deceive ourselves and those around us. Through compelling anecdotes and real-life examples, the author delves into the multifaceted nature of deception, uncovering its roots in self-preservation, fear, ambition, and desire for acceptance. Delving into the realms of interpersonal relationships, politics, and even self-delusion, this captivating literary work serves as a mirror that reflects our own tendencies to obscure the truth. Challenging conventional notions, the book unveils the profound consequences of deception on both individual and societal levels, urging readers to confront the uncomfortable truths they may have concealed from themselves. Empowering and illuminating, "The Truth About Lies" instills a heightened sense of self-awareness, encouraging readers to embrace authenticity, honesty, and transparency. In an age where misinformation and deceit run rampant, this book stands as a beacon of clarity, empowering readers to navigate the labyrinth of falsehoods with acumen and discernment. Prepare to embark on an intellectual odyssey that will forever alter your perception of truth, lies, and the very essence of human nature. "The Truth About Lies" is an indispensable guide to unraveling the intricacies of deception and embracing the transformative power of unadulterated truth.
The Truth About Lies How And Why We Deceive Ourselves And Others
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Author : R.ANANDA RAJU
language : en
Publisher: R.ANANDA RAJU
Release Date : 2023-06-29
The Truth About Lies How And Why We Deceive Ourselves And Others written by R.ANANDA RAJU and has been published by R.ANANDA RAJU this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-29 with Self-Help categories.
Step into a world where reality dances with illusion, where the line between truth and deception blurs into a mesmerizing tapestry. Welcome to "The Truth About Lies: How and Why We Deceive Ourselves and Others," a captivating journey into the depths of human nature. Prepare to be spellbound as you uncover the intricate web of lies that we weave, not only to others but also to ourselves. With every turn of the page, you will delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche, where truth and deception intertwine in a delicate dance. Secrets will be unveiled, illusions shattered, and the profound power of deception exposed. In this extraordinary exploration, acclaimed author [Author Name] fearlessly confronts the profound questions that haunt our existence. What drives us to deceive? How do we become masters of illusion? And why, oh why, do we often choose the comfort of lies over the unsettling embrace of truth? "The Truth About Lies" unveils the hidden mechanisms behind our most captivating deceptions. From the subtle art of body language to the artifice of language itself, this book uncovers the hidden forces that manipulate our perceptions and alter our realities. It unravels the enigma of self-deception, revealing the psychological defenses we erect to shield ourselves from uncomfortable truths. Immerse yourself in the gripping stories that populate these pages—tales of betrayal, cunning, and self-delusion. Explore the realms of politics, relationships, and everyday life, as you discover the astounding ways in which lies shape our world. Through meticulous research and profound insights, [Author Name] guides you on a transformative journey, leaving no stone unturned. "The Truth About Lies" is not just a book; it is a revelation—an invitation to introspection and self-discovery. It challenges you to question your own beliefs, confront your own deceptions, and find the courage to embrace the liberating power of truth. Prepare to be captivated, enlightened, and forever changed. Whether you are a seeker of knowledge, a lover of psychological intrigue, or simply someone who yearns to understand the intricate dance of truth and deception, this book will leave an indelible mark upon your soul. Dare to uncover the truth. Are you ready to embark on this transformative odyssey? Open the pages of "The Truth About Lies" and prepare to be awestruck by the profound secrets that lie within.
Deceit And Self Deception
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Author : Robert Trivers
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2011-10-06
Deceit And Self Deception written by Robert Trivers and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-06 with Psychology categories.
In this foundational book, Robert Trivers seeks to answer one of the most provocative and consequential questions to face humanity: why do we lie to ourselves? Deception is everywhere in nature. And nowhere more so than in our own species. We humans are especially good at telling others less - or more - than the truth. Why, however, would organisms both seek out information and then act to destroy it? In short, why practice self-deception? After decades of research, Robert Trivers has at last provided the missing theory to answer these questions. What emerges is a picture of deceit and self-deception as, at root, different sides of the same coin. We deceive ourselves the better to deceive others, and thereby reap the advantages. From space and aviation disasters to warfare, politics and religion, and the anxieties of our everyday social lives, Deceit and Self-Deception explains what really underlies a whole host of human problems. But can we correct our own biases? Are we doomed to indulge in fantasies, inflate our egos, and show off? Is it even a good idea to battle self-deception? With his characteristically wry and self-effacing wit, Trivers reveals how he finds self-deception everywhere in his own life, and shows us that while we may not always avoid it, we can now at least hope to understand it.
Lying And Deception In Everyday Life
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Author : Michael Lewis
language : en
Publisher: Guilford Press
Release Date : 1993-02-05
Lying And Deception In Everyday Life written by Michael Lewis and has been published by Guilford Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993-02-05 with Psychology categories.
"I speak the truth, not so much as I would, but as much as I dare...."-- Montaigne "All cruel people describe themselves as paragons of frankness.'" -- Tennessee Williams Truth and deception--like good and evil--have long been viewed as diametrically opposed and unreconcilable. Yet, few people can honestly claim they never lie. In fact, deception is practiced habitually in day-to-day life--from the polite compliment that doesn't accurately relay one's true feelings, to self-deception about one's own motivations. What fuels the need for people to intricately construct lies and illusions about their own lives? If deceptions are unconscious, does it mean that we are not responsible for their consequences? Why does self-deception or the need for illusion make us feel uncomfortable? Taking into account the sheer ubiquity and ordinariness of deception, this interdisciplinary work moves away from the cut-and-dried notion of duplicity as evil and illuminates the ways in which deception can also be understood as a adaptive response to the demands of living with others. The book articulates the boundaries between unethical and adaptive deception demonstrating how some lies serve socially approved goals, while others provoke distrust and condemnation. Throughout, the volume focuses on the range of emotions--from feelings of shame, fear, or envy, to those of concern and compassion--that motivate our desire to deceive ourselves and others. Providing an interdisciplinary exploration of the widespread phenomenon of lying and deception, this volume promotes a more fully integrated understanding of how people function in their everyday lives. Case illustrations, humor and wit, concrete examples, and even a mock television sitcom script bring the ideas to life for clinical practitioners, behavioral scientists, and philosophers, and for students in these realms.
The Truth About Lying
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Author : Stephen Costello
language : en
Publisher: The Liffey Press
Release Date : 2013-11-11
The Truth About Lying written by Stephen Costello and has been published by The Liffey Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11-11 with Psychology categories.
In this forthright and fascinating study, Dr Stephen J. Costello, philosopher and logotherapist, takes us on a profound journey into the intricate and intriguing nature of the dynami of lying. Drawing on philosophy, logical puzzles and Lacanian psychoanalysis, Costello investigates the types of lies we tell, the lies that include a good deal of truth, how and why children lie, the lies lovers tell, self-deception and much more. In the final section of the book Costello focuses in particular on how men and women lie in different ways. Men, he argues, lie in the guise of truth while women tell the truth in the guise of a lie. Men tend to be more direct while women are more deceptive. Men lie to create a better image of themselves, women lie to make others feel more comfortable. Provocative, while also frequently amusing, The Truth about Lying is a pithy primer on the act and art of lying. “This is an absolutely fascinating book . . . a quite extraordinary range of information . . . I can only encourage everyone to read it and thoroughly enjoy it as I did.” - Ivor Browne, from the Foreword
The Varnished Truth
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Author : David Nyberg
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 1994
The Varnished Truth written by David Nyberg and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Family & Relationships categories.
Everyone says that lying is wrong. But when we say that lying is bad and hurtful and that we would never intentionally tell a lie, are we really deceiving anyone? In this wise and insightful book, David Nyberg exposes the tacit truth underneath our collective pretense and reveals that an occasional lie can be helpful, healthy, creative, and, in some situations, even downright moral. Through familiar and often entertaining examples, Nyberg explores the purposes deception serves, from the social kindness of the white lie to the political ends of diplomacy to the avoidance of pain or unpleasantness. He looks at the lies we tell ourselves as well, and contrary to the scolding of psychologists demonstrates that self-deception is a necessary function of mental health, one of the mind's many weapons against stress, uncertainty, and chaos. Deception is in our nature, Nyberg tells us. In civilization, just as in the wilderness, survival does not favor the fully exposed or conspicuously transparent self. As our minds have evolved, as practical intelligence has become more refined, as we have learned the subtleties of substituting words and symbols for weapons and violence, deception has come to play a central and complex role in social life. The Varnished Truth takes us beyond philosophical speculation and clinical analysis to give a sense of what it really means to tell the truth. As Nyberg lays out the complexities involved in leading a morally decent life, he compels us to see the spectrum of alternatives to telling the truth and telling a clear-cut lie. A life without self-deception would be intolerable and a world of unconditional truth telling unlivable. His argument that deception and self-deception are valuable to both social stability and individual mental health boldly challenges popular theories on deception, including those held by Sissela Bok and Daniel Goleman. Yet while Nyberg argues that we deceive, among other reasons, so that we might not perish of the truth, he also cautions that we deceive carelessly, thoughtlessly, inhumanely, and selfishly at our own peril.
Lies We Live By
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Author : Eduardo Giannetti da Fonseca
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Pub Limited
Release Date : 2000
Lies We Live By written by Eduardo Giannetti da Fonseca and has been published by Bloomsbury Pub Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Philosophy categories.
The most intimate and treacherous relationship a person ever has is with him or herself. Why are we so inclined to deceive ourselves - to believe our powers greater and impulses purer than they are? In this book, the author takes off on his own adventurous quest into the truth about lies.
The Truth About Lying
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Author : Gini Graham Scott
language : en
Publisher: iUniverse
Release Date : 2006
The Truth About Lying written by Gini Graham Scott and has been published by iUniverse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Psychology categories.
The author of The Empowered Mind presents a fascinating look at the many reasons why people lie.am Scott focuses on different types of lies we tell, and presents the stories of ordinary people who have lied to gain advantages in their careers, relationships, and other aspects of their lives.
Lies We Tell Ourselves The Psychology Of Self Deception
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Author : Cortney S. Warren, Ph.D.
language : en
Publisher: Choose Honesty, LLC, Cortney S. Warren, Ph.D.
Release Date :
Lies We Tell Ourselves The Psychology Of Self Deception written by Cortney S. Warren, Ph.D. and has been published by Choose Honesty, LLC, Cortney S. Warren, Ph.D. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Psychology categories.
Humans are excellent liars. We don’t like to think of ourselves as capable of lying; it hurts us too much to admit. So we lie to ourselves about that, too. As a clinical psychologist, I am regularly confronted with the brutal truth that we all lie. I am not talking about deliberate, bold-faced lying. No, this type of dishonesty is far harder to detect and admit. It is the kind of lying that comes from not being psychologically strong enough to be honest with ourselves about who we are. And I believe that it is our biggest obstacle to living a fulfilling life. I wrote this book for anyone interested in becoming more honest. In it, I present a range of self-deceptive examples couched in psychological theory to help us explore ourselves. Although it is a relatively short book, indented to be read in about an hour, I hope that the content provokes deep thought. For when we are honest about who we really are, we have the opportunity to change.
Vital Lies Simple Truths
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Author : Daniel Goleman
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 1985
Vital Lies Simple Truths written by Daniel Goleman and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985 with Psychology categories.
A penetrating analysis of the dark corners of human deception, enlivened by intriguing case histories and experiments.