self-delusion

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Self-Delusion

Description:

Self-delusion refers to the act of deceiving oneself or maintaining a false belief despite evidence to the contrary. It is a psychological defense mechanism that helps individuals protect their ego or preserve a sense of security. Self-delusion can manifest in various forms, such as overestimating one's abilities, denying reality, or distorting facts.

Examples:

Despite failing multiple times, John lived in self-delusion, believing he would eventually become a famous musician.
Ellen's self-delusion led her to believe that she could easily lose weight without making any changes to her lifestyle.
Bob's self-delusion prevented him from acknowledging the detrimental effects of his alcohol addiction.
The politician's self-delusion became evident when he consistently denied the corruption allegations against him.
Rebecca's self-delusion regarding her relationship blinded her to the toxic dynamics and prevented her from leaving.

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