Willful Blindness Willful Blindness Margaret Heffernan

Willful Blindness

The Hidden Costs of Refusing to See Reality

by Margaret Heffernan

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About This Book

Published in 2011, Willful Blindness examines a widespread tendency among people to shut out disturbing truths about their surroundings. This work explores the psychological mechanisms that prevent individuals from acknowledging what's plainly visible and provides practical guidance for cultivating greater awareness and truth-seeking.

Who Should Read This?

  • Individuals struggling with independent critical thinking
  • Those who prioritize pleasing others over facing facts
  • People sensing they’ve become disconnected from what’s actually happening around them

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