Lying and Deception in Everyday Life

"I speak the truth, not so much as I would, but as much as I dare...."-- Montaigne

"All cruel people describe themselves as paragons of frankness.'" -- Tennessee Williams

Truth and deception--like good and evil--have long been viewed as diametrically opposed and unreconcilable. Yet, few people can honestly claim they never lie. In fact, deception is practiced habitually in day-to-day life--from the polite compliment that doesn't accurately relay one's true feelings, to self-deception about o...