“One percent of people will always be honest and never steal," the locksmith said. "Another one percent will always be dishonest and always try to pick your lock and steal your television. And the rest will be honest as long as the conditions are right - but if they are tempted enough, they'll be dishonest too. Locks won't protect you from the thieves, who can get in your house if they really want to. They will only protect you from the mostly honest people who might be tempted to try your door if it had no lock".”
Quote by Dan Ariely
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The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone – Especially Ourselves
The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty is a comprehensive study that investigates the prevalence and impact of lying in various contexts. It examines the motivations behind dishonesty, the psychological mechanisms that drive individuals to deceive, and the consequences of such behavior on personal relationships and societal structures. The book draws on research from psychology, economics, and sociology to provide a nuanced understanding of the subject. more
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Dan Ariely
Dan Ariely is an Israeli-American psychologist and behavioral economist known for his pioneering research in the field of behavioral economics. His work primarily focuses on the irrational aspects of human decision-making and how these irrationalities affect our economic behavior. Ariely's books, 'Predictably Irrational' and 'The Upside of Irrationality', have been widely popular and provide an accessible introduction to his research findings. more
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