EPISODE · Nov 17, 2025 · 12 MIN
The Lies We Tell - Self Deception
from Real Men - Real Talk · host Real Men Apparel
⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBWe don't see the world as it is - we see the world as we are. This episode tackles one of the most challenging aspects of personal growth: the ways we deceive ourselves to justify behavior we know isn't good for us.Chris and Tilghman share honest stories about self-deception - from justifying drinking habits with workout fantasies to realizing years later why getting fired was actually deserved. This conversation explores how our perception shapes our reality and what happens when we stop lying to ourselves.Key moments:0:22 - What is self-deception and why it matters2:36 - Visual perception experiments: How we see things differently4:45 - Tilghman's story: The "best workout ever" lie that caught up to him6:54 - Chris opens up about getting fired and why he was wrong8:48 - The warning signs: When you're not being present10:22 - "Self-deceiving is like spiritual suicide"11:17 - The exercise: Get disgustingly honest with yourselfPractical Applications:Notice when you're running on autopilot - that's when deception happensYour perception of past events will change as you growIt doesn't benefit you to lie to yourself in the short OR long termStay present in the moment to catch yourself before making bad choicesGet disgustingly honest with yourself about your strugglesThe guys share vulnerable moments - Tilghman's ongoing battle with the liquor store parking lot and Chris's realization that his perfectionism was actually a problem. This isn't about shame or guilt; it's about recognizing the stories we tell ourselves and choosing truth instead.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#SelfDeception #PersonalGrowth #RealMen #Masculinity #MentalHealth #SelfAwareness #Honesty #Accountability #SelfImprovement #AddictionRecovery #Mindfulness #BeingPresent #RealMenRealTalk #PersonalDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence
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⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBWe don't see the world as it is - we see the world as we are. This episode tackles one of the most challenging aspects of personal growth: the ways we deceive ourselves to justify behavior we know isn't good for us.Chris and Tilghman share honest stories about self-deception - from justifying drinking habits with workout fantasies to realizing years later why getting fired was actually deserved. This conversation explores how our perception shapes our reality and what happens when we stop lying to ourselves.Key moments:0:22 - What is self-deception and why it matters2:36 - Visual perception experiments: How we see things differently4:45 - Tilghman's story: The "best workout ever" lie that caught up to him6:54 - Chris opens up about getting fired and why he was wrong8:48 - The warning signs: When you're not being present10:22 - "Self-deceiving is like spiritual suicide"11:17 - The exercise: Get disgustingly honest with yourselfPractical Applications:Notice when you're running on autopilot - that's when deception happensYour perception of past events will change as you growIt doesn't benefit you to lie to yourself in the short OR long termStay present in the moment to catch yourself before making bad choicesGet disgustingly honest with yourself about your strugglesThe guys share vulnerable moments - Tilghman's ongoing battle with the liquor store parking lot and Chris's realization that his perfectionism was actually a problem. This isn't about shame or guilt; it's about recognizing the stories we tell ourselves and choosing truth instead.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#SelfDeception #PersonalGrowth #RealMen #Masculinity #MentalHealth #SelfAwareness #Honesty #Accountability #SelfImprovement #AddictionRecovery #Mindfulness #BeingPresent #RealMenRealTalk #PersonalDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence
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