Quote by Madison Reil

People only lie because they are afraid of the truth

People only lie because they are afraid of the truth

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals resort to lying as a defense mechanism when they are afraid of facing or accepting the truth. The fear of the consequences or the discomfort that the truth may bring often leads people to fabricate falsehoods instead. It implies that lying is rooted in a fundamental human fear and avoidance of reality.

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By Madison Reil

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