“We are never deceived; we deceive ourselves ”
— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes, when things go wrong or we are fooled by someone, it might actually be because we ignored the truth or didn't look closely enough at the situation. It's like when you buy something online that looks amazing in pictures, but when it arrives, it’s not what you expected. Deep down, maybe you knew the price was too good to be true, but you chose to believe it anyway because you wanted a great deal. In life, we often let ourselves believe things that fit with what we want or hope for, even if there are signs that tell us otherwise. For example, a person might stay in a bad relationship, convincing themselves things will get better, even when there are clear signs that they won’t. Recognizing this tendency helps us be more honest with ourselves and make better decisions. To apply this to your life, always try to look at situations objectively and listen to your instincts, even when it’s hard.
