2006-07-18 08:55:48 · 5 answers · asked by lauren b 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
It's a way of not having to face the pain themselves, or to spare others the pain.
2006-07-18 09:00:22 · answer #1 · answered by e_imommy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because it is easier to believe a lie about yourself rather than to admit your wrong. Most people who hide from themsleves usually create elaborate cushions of lies about themselves to justify being a fool. They don't want to face the pain of growing and maturing by using common sense and logic.
2006-07-18 16:00:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In order to win at walking on hot coals or shards of glass.
2006-07-18 15:57:54 · answer #3 · answered by Mama R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simple. Self pity!
2006-07-18 15:58:10 · answer #4 · answered by watty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Key words in your question: '...to justify..'
Unfortunately, it's more common than you would think.
2006-07-18 15:58:36 · answer #5 · answered by thebreakofshawn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋