“Illusions commend themselves to us because they save us pain and allow us to enjoy pleasure instead. ”
— Sigmund Freud
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Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes we believe things that aren't true because it makes us feel better. For example, if someone fails an exam, they might tell themselves the test was unfair instead of admitting they didn't study enough. This makes them feel less upset about the failure. In life, people often choose to see things in a way that avoids hurting their feelings. Accepting the hard truth can be painful, so believing a comforting lie becomes easier. However, while this can make us happy in the short term, it's important to face reality to grow and improve.
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