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Ask Daily Stoic: Ryan and Maria Konnikova Talk Poker, Psychology, and Focusing on What You Can Control
The Daily Stoic
Are You a Courageous Truth Teller?
The insight explores the intriguing phenomenon where individuals like Donald Trump, known for avoiding responsibilities and lacking courage, successfully create a persona as a courageous truth teller. This is achieved by aligning with people's fears and desires, catering messages to specific audiences regardless of the truth. Trump's disconnection from reality allows him to be persuasive by telling people what they want to hear without caring about the truth. Despite contradicting statements, supporters dismiss inconsistencies to protect their egos from admitting being deceived by a con artist, showcasing the powerful impact of cognitive dissonance in maintaining beliefs.
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