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A little sincerity is a dangerous thing, and a great deal of it is absolutely fatal.--Oscar Wilde
the truth can be used as a "weapon of destruction"
"A little inaccuracy sometimes saves tons of explanation."--Saki
Lying is often done as a means of asserting one's individuality and independence (and it also helps kids get cookies). It should come as no surprise that children raised in very controlling environments are often more likely to rebel and use deception to gain some freedom
Deception is not always bad.
Deception allows us to maintain boundaries - to keep people out, to keep others at a safe distance, and to assert our freedom
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