We lie more often than we think. And even more often, we accept other people’s fabrications as the truth.
James Scott explains how and why people replace facts: from harmless omissions to carefully constructed manipulations. You’ll learn how lies arise, what forms they take, and why it’s so easy for us to ignore obvious warning signs. You’ll learn to notice subtext, spot discrepancies between what people say and what they do, and understand what truly drives a person—in relationships, at work, and in public debates.
The author will show you how to:
– understand why people lie;
– recognize a conversation partner’s hidden intentions;
– avoid becoming a victim of manipulation;
– ask precise questions and get honest answers;
– protect yourself in everyday communication and during negotiations.