Something You Should Know The Psychology of Lying & The Race for Outer Space - SYSK Choice
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Aug 23, 2025 
In a captivating discussion, Drew Curtis, a licensed psychologist and author of "Big Liars," dives into the psychology behind lying—exploring why we do it and its broader impact on trust and self-image. He also addresses the surprising benefits of public embarrassment for personal growth. Meanwhile, Ashlee Vance, bestselling author of "When the Heavens Went on Sale," sheds light on the fierce new space race driven by billionaires and startups, reshaping the future of exploration and innovation. Don't miss these insights into deception and the cosmos!
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Humiliation Can Build Social Trust
- Experiencing public embarrassment can increase happiness and prosocial behavior.
- Showing visible shame made people be rated as more trustworthy and likable in experiments.
Lying Emerges Early
- People begin lying around ages two-and-a-half to three as a normal developmental milestone.
- Many adults still lie but only a small subgroup tell frequent or large lies.
Eye Contact Myths About Deception
- Common pop cues like gaze direction do not reliably indicate deception.
- Media and culture perpetuate false beliefs about simple behavioral lie indicators.
