Benefits of Lying to Yourself

Eventhoughthe title poses a negative mindset. The truth remains that those who lie to themselves often come out on top. This is more accurate to those in the field of sports. Scientist have proven that self-deception is more common in the educated section of the society. Denying certain truths around us also is a form of deceit and sometimes it helps in churning out the absolute best in you. The people who perform this task amazingly well has shown to be better in working as a team, better at business and more often than not are happier. The philosophers of old have apparently grasped this logic before us. For example

Those who tell the stories rule society” – Plato

“The visionary lies to himself, the liar only to other” - Nietzsche

 

 

 

 

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