Kevin Simler and Robin Hanson

People often prefer to appear moral rather than to actually be moral.

Self-deception is a powerful tool for social interaction.

Humans are not primarily rational creatures.

Much of our behavior is driven by hidden motives.

Much of what we do is driven by motives we don't recognize.

We are not as rational as we think we are.

Social signaling is a powerful force in human behavior.

We craft narratives to justify our actions.

We often focus on the surface while ignoring deeper truths.

Our brains evolved to navigate social complexities.