The Dilemma of Truth: A Troubling but Necessary Truth

Am I always speaking the truth? Prob'ly not. Yet, I consistently strive to provide accurate and reliable information based on my training and knowledge. Truth is a precious commodity, but sometimes it can get lost in the noise of everyday life. Let's delve into the complexities of truth-telling and the role our egos play in this process.

The Ego: The Enemy of Truth

Do you always speak the truth? The honest answer is, most people don't. I, too, have my moments of deception. My ego stands as the perpetual liar, hiding crucial information from those who matter most. There's a 99% chance that you, the reader, also engage in similar behavior. How can we tell? Let's explore the psychology behind it.

Our egos are the driving force behind most of our actions. They are the primary concern with our survival and replication. This inherent drive is why humans engage in lies, manipulation, cheating, and other questionable behaviors. The ego, indeed, is the Devil. It only cares about itself and its survival, not about the truth. It does not care about the consequences of our actions, just as a cancer cell does not care for the body's welfare if it keeps multiplying.

Self-Deception: Lying to Ourselves

Self-deception is the mechanism by which our egos lie to us. We create excuses to avoid doing things that might harm our ego or cause discomfort. For example, when I see a girl who catches my eye, I tell myself I should focus on my business or that she is too busy to bother. These self-deceptions are just lies to the ego, but they have a profound impact on our decisions.

Self-sabotage is one of the most common outcomes of living a life filled with such self-deceptions. We procrastinate, feel anxious, and sometimes even get mad because we face the truth head-on. My own dating social skills have been a constant struggle, and I still find myself making excuses and engaging in self-deception to avoid the uncomfortable truth.

Taking Responsibility: Confronting the Ego

Instead of blaming external factors, such as social conditioning, cultural trauma, or our parents, we must take responsibility for our own actions. It is our choices, not external forces, that shape our lives. I have been a fake nice guy my whole life, people-pleasing to the point where it hurts. By confronting the truth, I acknowledge my past choices and the damage they have caused.

The truth, although painful, is healing. It exposes the root causes of all our problems and provides us with the opportunity to change our ways. Dishonesty, manipulation, and hypocrisy are the crutches of the ego. They allow us to survive, but at a huge cost. A life filled with regret, misery, and a lack of fulfillment and peace of mind. The good news is, it's never too late to make a change.

The Choice is Yours

Do you want to continue living the lie or are you ready to face the truth? The ball is in your court. The choice is yours. Are you going to continue playing the sick games of your ego or hold your feet to the fire of reality? The truth may hurt, but it is the only way to heal.

So, if you always speak the truth, do you expect me to say I'm a liar? Of course not. I'm not going to pretend to be a saint, but I also won't lie to you. I lie, but I'm not a snake. The truth, though painful, is the path to healing and a better life. Good luck on your journey to truth.