Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts
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Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts

by Carol Tavris

Self-Help Psychology
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An insightful exploration of why we justify foolish beliefs, bad decisions, and hurtful acts, helping readers understand cognitive biases and self-justification.

ISBN-13 9780544574786 ASIN 0544574788 Views 384 Publisher Mariner Books Year 2015 Edition Reprint Format Paperback Product Group Book Pages 400 Adult No Created February 18, 2026 Updated September 09, 2026
About This Book

This book explores the psychological mechanisms behind self-justification and cognitive dissonance.

It examines why people cling to beliefs and decisions despite contradictory evidence.

The authors discuss real-world examples from politics, relationships, and everyday life.

Readers gain insight into how to recognize and reduce their own biases and justifications.

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