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Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts by
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Huraira Maneer
is 62% done
Must stay on the hook for a while
Blind self-justification vs merciless sel-flagellation
Mind wants to justify soul wants to confess
Can override yearning to reduce dissonance, just as with sugar
Seek every objection
Admission produces delight
Responsibility-accepting apology - my/I
An error does not become a mistake until you refuse to correct it
Doctor, fears of law suits and damage to image of infallibility
— Dec 12, 2025 10:18AM
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Blind self-justification vs merciless sel-flagellation
Mind wants to justify soul wants to confess
Can override yearning to reduce dissonance, just as with sugar
Seek every objection
Admission produces delight
Responsibility-accepting apology - my/I
An error does not become a mistake until you refuse to correct it
Doctor, fears of law suits and damage to image of infallibility
