Bitely

Lying

Sam Harris

Never tell a lie, regardless of how small or big it is. Sometimes you could believe the lie you're going to tell is okay, but it's not. You will experience unexpectedly severe negative effects, as will others close to you. For the sake of the planet and for your advantage, it's best to tell the truth.

psychology

social-life

relationships

7 min

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Insight

What's it about?

In Lying, Sam Harris argues the harmful risks of telling lies. And this includes all the lies, from the little white lies that people tell every single day to the grand lies that are told in front of the whole world. Harris shows how in the end, telling the truth is always the right thing.

Book summary

Sam Harris is an American author, neuroscientist, philosopher, and podcast host. He is known for his work in the fields of atheism, secularism, ethics, and the intersection of science and philosophy. Harris has written several books and has a significant online presence through his podcast and public speaking engagements.

“Atheism is nothing more than the noises reasonable people make in the presence of unjustified religious beliefs.”

“We have two options as human beings. We have a choice between conversation and war. That's it.”

“If someone doesn't value evidence, what evidence are you going to provide to prove that they should value it?”

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Lies come in two types, neither of which should be told.

Lies can damage relationships.

Lies can lead to emotional stress.

If we want a better world, we must avoid all types of lying.

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