How many of your Facebook friends do you really think you know? Do you believe you would help a stranger if no one else was around? Do you think you choose a product because you like it? Do you know why you procrastinate? The truth is, you’re not that smart. In fact, you’re quite irrational, just like everyone else. But that’s okay – because it’s part of being human. In this concise celebration of self-deception, David McRaney explores the various ways we mislead ourselves every day in 48 short chapters. Based on the popular blog, get ready for a fast-paced tour through the latest insights in psychology and finally discover why we never manage to stick to our New Year’s resolutions.