“Self-deception is an indispensable element of war, and that despite the fact that wars are calculated and planned, there is a sense… — David Livingstone Smith Copy Share Image
We grow hostile to many an artist or writer, not because we finally come to see he has deceived us, but because… — Friedrich Nietzsche Copy Share Image
If you alter or obscure the Biblical portrait of God in order to attract converts, you don't get converts to God, you… — John Piper Copy Share Image
“With starry eyes we forget what is literally the oldest trick in The Book: that the very first 'liberal' was one of… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
I think that ultimately the Christian vision of sexuality - the New Testament vision - is not compatible with same-sex marriage. And… — Ross Douthat Copy Share Image
“Injured Soul Fainted Eyes Returning from where? Weary feet Weak arms Treading toward where? Struggled in vain battles Fighting delusive enemies Erred… — Rixa White Copy Share Image
“The Betty Lady explains love and splitting up: "It´s like playing the shell game with Jesus. You can´t figure anything out; it´s… — Suzanne Finnamore Copy Share Image
“We all practice self-deception to a degree; no man can handle complete honesty without being cut at each turn. There's not enough… — Mark Lawrence Copy Share Image
The art of life is to show your hand. There is no diplomacy like candor. You may lose by it now and… — E. V. Lucas Copy Share Image
“Walking away from bad situations and negative people sets a healthier tone for the rest of your life. It also gives those… — Gary Hopkins Copy Share Image
Spin' is a polite word for deception. Spinners mislead by means that range from subtle omissions to outright lies. Spin paints a… — Kathleen Hall Jamieson Copy Share Image
It is only when we begin to relax with ourselves that meditation becomes a transformative process. Only when we relate with ourselves… — Pema Chodron Copy Share Image
Lack of understanding, along with outright anti-Christian prejudice, leads to journalistic amazement or horror at the supposed self-deception of those who do… — Marvin Olasky Copy Share Image
“The best I can do is to ‘pretend’ that I’m my own god. But in the pretending I have to pretend that… — Craig D. Lounsbrough Copy Share Image
“The secret lies of manipulative folks, however hidden and cunningly twisted shall eventually come out. Never trust manipulative politically motivated, sly liars… — Angelica Hopes Copy Share Image
Like all alchemists, Trump seeks to convert dross into gold, to toss a broth of his incompetence, denial, delay, deception, and failure… — Rick Wilson Copy Share Image
“This explained to me--and I suppose, forgave me--my inability to see the face of this man, because whoever must deceive us in… — Michael Ennis Copy Share Image
Unlike a mere deception or a simple secret, which gives the impression that something's been taken away, a great magician makes you… — Jim Steinmeyer Copy Share Image
If you've been cheated on in a relationship, one of the most difficult things is to eventually learn about the multiple points… — Ariana Madix Copy Share Image
If people are really nice and happy all the time, you wanna look out for the darkness in them. But the ones… — Tom Hardy Copy Share Image
Ours is a problem in which deception has become organized and strong; where truth is poisoned at its source; one in which… — Walter Lippmann Copy Share Image
“Together we agree that there are few tableaus more pathetic than a woman poring over a plethora of self-help books, while in… — Suzanne Finnamore Copy Share Image
As someone who specializes in deception, I'll tell you this much: When someone insistently implores, 'Believe me,' don't. Pleading 'believe me' or… — Pamela Meyer Copy Share Image
A "just war" is hospitable to every self-deception on the part of those waging it, none more than the certainty of virtue,… — Alexander Cockburn Copy Share Image
“It was just a game for you-your flames blazed brighter And with my sizzling coals, I mistakenly thought I was the strong… — Maddy Kobar Copy Share Image
“Well, well -- the prizes all go to the women who 'play their cards well' -- but if they can only be… — Dorothy L. Sayers Copy Share Image
I would gladly chastise those who represent things as different from what they are. Those who steal property or make counterfeit money… — Elizabeth I Copy Share Image
They who say that women do not desire the right of suffrage, that they prefer masculine domination to self-government, falsify every page… — Elizabeth Cady Stanton Copy Share Image
“All warfare is based on deception. Hence, when able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must seem… — Alex Gerlis Copy Share Image
Among other common lies, we have the silent lie - the deception which one conveys by simply keeping still and concealing the… — Mark Twain Copy Share Image
“A snake bites your ankle. Recoiling, you scream. Fearing poison, your mind slips into a dream... ...where a man bites your ankle.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
Never try to do anything that is outside of who you are. A forced smile is a sign of what feels wrong… — Ashly Lorenzana Copy Share Image
When we consider reality itself we quickly become aware of its infinite complexity, and we realize that our habitual perception of it… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
And here and now we must insist again that fidelity, honor, and love of country demand untrammeled debate and open dissent. At… — John F. Kerry Copy Share Image
“We cannot separate doubt from deception. Doubt robs a man of his confidence; it is a fearful thing. Offer him deception to… — D.A. Blankinship Copy Share Image
Behind the prettiest smile hides the darkest secrets, Behind the kindest heart resides the cruelest pain. Looks could be quite deceiving...And your… — Josh Guite Copy Share Image
We feel lonely now and then and long for friends and think we should be quite different and happier if we found… — Vincent Van Gogh Copy Share Image
The petty man is eager to make boasts, yet desires that others should believe in him. He enthusiastically engages in deception, yet… — Anonymous Copy Share Image
We consume far too many animal products, processed and refined foods, saturated fats, and empty calories. Industries that profit from both our… — Kris Carr Copy Share Image
“If we suffer from dependent happiness, we are caught up in a vicious circle of expectation and deception. Constantly seeking more and… — Erik Pevernagie Copy Share Image
![“Well, well -- the prizes all go to the women who 'play their cards well' -- but if they can only be won in that way, I would rather lose the game ... [C]lever [women] bide their time -- make themselves indispensable first, and then se font prier [=play hard to get]. Clever -- but I can't do it.” quote by Dorothy L. Sayers](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/b6c/dorothy-l-sayers-738_attachment_well-well-the-prizes-all-go-to-the-women_2775601.jpg)
