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Hannah Houwari
David Dejong
Module A Final Draft
4 June 2023
The Difference
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Self-deception is a typical human trait that can has detrimental effects on both the individual and those around them. The major characters in "The Mark on the Wall," a short tale by Virginia Wolff, and Charlotte Bronte's novel Jane Eyre each have different experiences with self-deception. I'll focus on Jane's delusions and Wolff's narrator's views as I analyse the idea of self-deception as it is presented in these two literary works. I will also contrast the two types of self-deception and offer advice on how to avoid making them.
Jane first believes she has influence over her future, which is one of her delusions. She thinks she can only be happy if she is good and follows the rules. She quickly discovers, though, that life is not so easy. People make mistakes, and occasionally decent people experience terrible things. Jane has to understand that no one is in control of their own destiny. Because it is simpler to avoid the truth than to face it, we
frequently deceive ourselves about things we should know (1). It is easier to believe that we are in control of our own lives and that we can make things happen the way we want them to, than it is to accept that we are not in control and that life is unpredictable. It is human nature to want to believe that we are in control, because it makes us feel safer and more secure.
Because it might direct us in a direction that is not in our best interests, self-
deception can be damaging. We could deceive ourselves into believing we are smarter
than we are or that we are capable of doing something when we are not. This can put us in risky situations and hinder our ability to develop and learn. It's critical to recognize our own self-deceptions and make an effort to stay away from them.
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In the story "The Mark on the Wall," the narrator notices a mark on the wall and starts to speculate about what it might be. She begins to consider the meaning and character of marks. She muses on the notion that people leave their marks, and those marks can be positive or negative. She comes to the conclusion that the mark on the wall is merely a mark made by someone and is not significant. Similar to this, Jane deceives herself by drawing conclusions from what she perceives. Jane, on the other hand, believes she is in charge of her own fate. She bases her judgement on her personal experiences and views, and it isn't until she is confronted with the facts of her circumstance that she realizes she was mistaken. While Jane Eyre focuses more on
self-deception and the risks of avoiding reality, Virginia Woolf's novel is more about the nature of perception and the human mind. Both tales serve as excellent examples of the value of being conscious of our own views and of challenging our assumptions.
In the event that we turn out to be mistaken, we should be open to changing our beliefs.(2)
Self-deception is a common behaviour among people who want to avoid feeling helpless or in charge. To feel more secure and assured, we persuade ourselves that we are in charge of our lives and that we can choose our own fate. The truth is that life is frequently unpredictable, and things don't always turn out the way we hope they will. Although it might be irritating and challenging to accept, it is crucial to understand that we are not always in control. Self-deception can cause us to make bad choices and can keep us from seeing things as they really are. For instance, if we persuade ourselves that we are in charge of our lives, we can end up taking chances that we otherwise would not. We might also miss the indicators that something is about to become out of control, according to (2). When things don't turn out the way we want
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them to, self-deception can also result in feelings of disappointment and hatred. We may feel entitled to certain things and that we deserve for things to go our way if we think that we are in charge of our lives. We might experience disappointment, annoyance, and even rage when they don't. It is crucial to be aware of the risks of self-
deception and make an effort to stay away from it. The human propensity to convince ourselves that we comprehend and can confidently move forward along a path we have selected, even while we are oblivious of the potential hazards and consequences,
is known as self-deception. We frequently engage in this practise by selectively focusing on the data that confirms our desired result and dismissing the data that conflicts with it. As a result, we are able to uphold our intended belief or objective in the face of evidence to the contrary. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte provides one instance of self-deception. . Despite knowing that Mr. Rochester is married to a woman who is kept hidden in the attic, Jane is in love with him throughout the book. Even though she is aware that it is unethical to assist him in cheating on his wife, she convinces herself that she will assist him in getting a divorce so they may be back together. She is deceiving herself because she only weighs the evidence that confirms her preferred outcome and disregards the evidence that refutes it. The short tale "The Mark on the Wall" by Virginia Woolf contains yet another instance of self-deception. The narrator of the narrative muses on the nature of the mind while gazing at a mark on the wall. She considers how the mind constantly forges associations and connections. This is comparable to Jane's self-deception in that both entail the mind drawing potentially false associations. The woman in the narrative draws the conclusion that the mind constantly looks for patterns and
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meaning, even when none exist. Jane also engages in this when she is deluding herself. In her life, she searches for patterns and significance.(4)
Because it might induce us to make choices that are not in our best interests, self-
deception can be dangerous and harmful. Because we are persuaded that our desired conclusion is likely to happen, even when it doesn't, we may decide to overlook cautionary tales or other red signals. Serious repercussions could result from this for both ourselves and other people. It is critical to be conscious of our propensity to fool ourselves and to make sure we are carefully weighing all the available data before making any decisions. It is difficult to determine if stress or good feelings make people more prone to fool themselves. The narrator in Wolff's story and Jane Eyre's deception have quite different goals and outcomes. Because she feels morally obligated to refrain from having an illicit relationship, the protagonist of Jane Eyre lies to Mr. Rochester about her genuine feelings for him. Mr. Rochester's eventual realisation of his love for Jane and their union are the results of this deception.
On the other side, Wolff's narrator lies to his family and employers for his own benefit and to cover up his past transgressions. His relationships suffer as a result of this lying, which also makes him feel alone and guilty.
In order to prevent these mistakes, it's crucial that we communicate with others in a
sincere and open manner.
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It could be tempting to mislead others for one's own gain or to stay away from conflict, but doing so frequently results in more issues down the road. Instead, we have to work hard we should be open and honest with those around us, even if that means addressing uncomfortable truths. In the end, developing relationships and trustworthiness are important for you.
Both the narrator in Virginia Woolf's "The Mark on the Wall" and Jane Eyre serve as illustrations of self-deception. The narrator of the narrative comes to the conclusion
that the mark on the wall is irrelevant because Jane thinks she can determine her own fate. Both of these people come to terms with the realities of their circumstances and own their errors. There are a few actions one can take to prevent self-deception. First and foremost, it's critical to recognise our own prejudices and presumptions. We ought to be open to changing our opinions if it turns out that our beliefs and presumptions are incorrect. Second, we need to be aware of our environment and other people's responses.
In conclusion, we should be prepared to acknowledge that we are not in complete control of our life and that even decent people sometimes experience terrible
things. This can encourage us to accept the things we cannot alter and to be more humble. Because it might direct us in a direction that is not in our best interests, self-
deception can be damaging. We could deceive ourselves into believing we are smarter
than we are or that we are capable of doing something when we are not. This can put us in risky situations and hinder our ability to develop and learn. It's critical to recognize our own self-deceptions and make an effort to stay away from them. We
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ought to be open to changing our minds if it turns out that our views and presumptions are incorrect.
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