Seeing Through Self-Deception

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Exploring the complexities of deception, this study delves into the nature of self-deception, questioning whether it is intentional or non-intentional. Annette Barnes challenges traditional views on both self-deception and other-deception, examining concepts like false consciousness, bias, and the irrationality behind self-deceptive beliefs. Her analysis culminates in a comprehensive non-intentional account of self-deception that transcends simplistic interpretations, emphasizing its depth and nuances beyond mere wishful thinking.