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The Economic Times
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Shreya Biswas

Quote of the day by Albert Camus: 'Lying is not only saying what isn't true. It is also, in fact especially, saying more than...' - Nobel Prize winner and The Stranger author reveals psychology behind why people lie and hide true feelings and emotions

Quote of the day by Albert Camus: Lying is often understood as simply saying something false, but it can be far more subtle than that. People exaggerate emotions, hide disappointment behind smiles, or say things they do not fully mean just to avoid conflict, protect relationships, or make difficult situations easier. Sometimes, these small distortions become part of normal human interaction. A person may tell a friend they are “fine” while struggling internally, or offer affection and enthusiasm they do not completely feel in the moment. These quiet forms of dishonesty are not always driven by cruelty or manipulation. Often, they come from fear, politeness, insecurity, or the desire to keep life moving smoothly. Today's quote by French philosopher Albert Camus points out that lying goes beyond simple truth and falsehood, examining the emotional masks people wear every day to survive socially and emotionally in a complicated world.

Quote of the Day Today: Albert Camus on Lying and Emotional Truth

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