Self-deception can cause untold harm to us, our communities, and our planet. But if this is the case, why is self-deception so common? Shankar Vedantam and Bill Mesler argue in this book that, paradoxical as it may seem, self-deception sometimes plays an important role in our pursuit of success and happiness. This unique book highlights the unique significance of delusion or self-deception in human nature, vividly describing why the lies we tell ourselves underpin our daily interactions with friends, lovers, and colleagues; Using a combination of science and anecdote, and drawing on new insights from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, this book takes readers on a fascinating journey into what it means to be human.
Reader comments
This book is very interesting! It explores the common phenomenon of self-deception and uses a combination of science and anecdote to explain why we deceive ourselves. The ideas in the book are very novel and made me think about some behaviors in my own life. Moreover, the author also uses a bizarre fraud case as an example, which adds to the interest of the book. I recommend you read it, you will definitely get new inspiration!
This book is very interesting! It explores the common phenomenon of self-deception and uses a combination of science and anecdote to explain why we deceive ourselves. The ideas in the book are very novel and made me think about some behaviors in my own life. Moreover, the author also uses a bizarre fraud case as an example, which adds to the interest of the book. I recommend you read it, you will definitely get new inspiration!