Deception hinders personal growth from "summary" of Lying by Sam Harris
Deception is a form of self-inflicted suffering. When we lie, we create a false reality that we must then work to maintain. This web of deceit can entangle us and keep us from experiencing the world as it truly is. The energy we spend on upholding lies could be better used for personal growth and self-improvement. Furthermore, lying erodes trust in our relationships. When we deceive others, we teach them that we are not trustworthy. This can damage our connections with the people around us and hinder our ability to form meaningful and authentic relationships. Without trust, personal growth becomes stunted, as we are unable to fully open ourselves up to others and learn from our interactions with them. Deception also h...
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