In this world, it seems that telling the truth exacts a cost; but it seems that lying is free. Now, this is just my observation; I prefer fairness to justice, but I can live with justice.
Sometimes, people let you believe that you are special to them; that way they don't have to lie, they just don't have to correct your understanding about how they actually feel.
Sometimes, there is a problem with people understanding who you are, your value, and your abilities; but, sometimes the problem is our own understanding, of our value and abilities.