SELF-DECEPTION

“An unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates

Do not fall prey to self-deception. It is a subtle and dangerous form of delusion that will trick you into believing fallacies about yourself—constructing an alternative world detached from reality. Living in such a fabricated illusion leads to a life built on faulty foundations, destined to crumble under the weight of truth.

Self-deception is insidious because it comforts you with lies, shielding you from the difficult but necessary work of honest self-examination. Seek out someone you trust—someone who will hold up a mirror to your blind spots and help refine your perception. You are naturally a superior judge of others than of yourself; leverage this skill by practicing observation and reflection in the company of those who value truth.

Cultivate an inner Socrates—a voice of wisdom and honest inquiry within yourself. Let it challenge your assumptions, probe your motivations, and guide you toward self-awareness with clarity and humility. Self-honesty is the foundation of growth, and without it, progress is an illusion.

Do not, like so many, slip into the pit of self-deception. Stay vigilant, question your narratives, and embrace reality with courage.