Duplicity - a term used to describe a person who says one thing, thinks another, and does another.

By duplicity we mean the tendency to hide one’s true emotions and feelings, to commit deliberately immoral acts under the guise of lofty motives. The basis of duplicity may be self-interest, but most often hypocrisy gives rise to the individual’s fear of showing his true face and being rejected. The root of the problem often lies in childhood, when the child was loved “for something,” and the person, becoming an adult, believes that the person he really is cannot be recognized and accepted. A hypocrite often cares about the opinions of others, and in order to gain their approval and recognition, he is able to abandon his principles.

Duplicity for selfish purposes - it is also often called flattery or sycophancy - can be practiced by a person with normal self-esteem, embodying the principle “you give me - I give you.” Such people, as a rule, do not feel guilt or remorse - hypocrisy is firmly ingrained in their character and becomes a personal role.

To get rid of duplicity, you need to eradicate selfishness from your motives and learn to accept your true self, without putting on the mask of the person you want to be known as.

Duplicity is falsehood and hypocrisy.

Duplicity is the ultimate form of conformity.

Duplicity is excessive moral flexibility and unprincipledness.

Duplicity is the absence of a clear position in life.

Two-facedness is the suppression of one’s “I” for the sake of circumstances.

Disadvantages of Duplicity

Duplicity often causes nervous diseases and depression.

Duplicity forces you to hide, to hide your true self.

Duplicity is the foundation of lies, meanness and betrayal.

Duplicity causes inconvenience and internal discomfort in the hypocrite.

Duality leads to splitting and subsequent degradation of personality.

Manifestations of duplicity in everyday life

Mythology. Often a two-faced person is called “two-faced Janus” - the god of all kinds of doors, entrances, exits, depicted with two faces facing in opposite directions. “Two-faced Janus” is a collective image of an insincere and hypocritical person, but God himself was not noticed in such vices.

Psychological disorder. Split personality is a psychological disease characterized by the division of one person into several “egos”. Ego personalities often have different temperaments, genders, ages and “switch” to each other at certain moments or situations. Common causes of the disorder are physical abuse and severe emotional trauma.

Sigmund Freud. According to the teachings of the famous psychologist, hypocrisy is an integral part of human coexistence. Society to some extent approves of duplicity as a way of maintaining order, while directly expressing one's opinion leads to undermining its foundations. However, later findings by scientists refuted the two-faced nature of man, proving that any person feels discomfort if forced to be a hypocrite.

Film "Duplicity". The film tells the story of two police officers leading a “double life”: the first is an undercover agent in the Yakuza clan, the other is an agent of the clan in the police. Despite the constant threat of discovery, both agents played their roles flawlessly - until they were given the task of identifying each other.

How to overcome duplicity

Accept yourself as you are. There is an abyss between the concepts of “to be” and “to seem.” Playing the role of a strong, brave and friendly person, you cannot become one. Learn to accept yourself as you are, without fear of causing negativity from others - it is better to be a sincere grumbler than a fake clown.

Don't change your principles. A two-faced person often changes his mind under the influence of circumstances, but betraying oneself cannot be justified either by fear or by personal gain. Stay true to yourself - and life will reward you with what you unsuccessfully tried to achieve with falseness.

Get rid of self-interest. The desire to extract personal or material benefit from relationships with people is the highest measure of selfishness, replacing eternal values ​​with transitory ones. Start to value friendships and companionship, enjoying sincere and selfless communication with others.

Eliminate slander and envy. Often it is envy and the habit of whispering behind one's back that are the worst manifestations of duplicity. Get rid of the tendency to say one thing to your face and another behind your back. Transform envy of others into a source of admiration and inspiration without using it as a reason for backbiting.

Catchphrases about duplicity

T The one who wears the mask usually has no face. - Elena Zhukova - Hypocrisy is the tribute that vice pays to virtue. - Francois de La Rochefoucauld - The only thing worse than a liar is a liar who is also a hypocrite. - Tennessee Williams - He preferred to know everyone by sight. Talk to the back. - Leonid Sukhorukov -
Vladimir Levi / The art of being yourself The creation of a famous psychotherapist who tells the reader in an accessible language about inner significance, how to properly communicate with others, about the art of being yourself - and not someone else. Alexander Dontsov / The phenomenon of envy. Homo individuals? “The best book about the worst human feeling” is what this publication is called. The author explains in detail what envy is, why this character trait is inherent in most people, and how to get rid of this soul-corroding feeling. A.P. Chekhov in the story “Chameleon” showed duplicity, unprincipledness and hypocrisy in all its disgusting nakedness.

General rules

Work even a little, but every day, so that virtues become “habits of the heart.”

Don't strive for absolute perfection.

Never give up - remember: even the great ones fail.

Trust your intuition.

Avoid extremes. Strive for the golden mean between deficiency and excess of virtue.

Enjoy; work on your chosen program with humor and optimism.

Duplicity

I avoid two-faced people.
No, I'm not afraid, I despise them.
Their speeches can be heard behind a hundred doors,
Their masks are visible, no matter how they are hidden.

I despise the envious gaze.
It’s not my fault that they didn’t give you more.
You would have my pain as many times as much,
It’s as if they wouldn’t stand up with a proud back.

I hate lies on my lips
Like the tune of a memorized song.
Haven't had time to say the letter "A" yet
I know the continuation of the deception.

I would feel sorry for stupid people
But pity is of no use here.
Life teaches us all to be smarter,
But you missed this lesson.

And so I live in this life, avoiding
Either fools or scoundrels.
Aspiring only to noble people,
Who understands a good life in a worthy life.

As it turns out, I am very close to two-faced people. Today I want to talk about why some people become like this.

Sister or her other self

I have a cousin Irina. She's a little younger than me. We were friends throughout our childhood and youth. Now we only communicate occasionally, meeting at relatives’ houses on holidays. The sister turned out to be a very selfish person, and this selfishness contributed to her duplicity.

Irina has been like this since childhood. She smiled openly at me, invited me to come play with new dolls or read books. And then she told other children nasty things about me. I didn't notice it then.

And when the neighbor boys tried to open my eyes, I didn’t believe that my sister could be like that, and I was offended by the guys.

At the time of my wonderful youth, I received my sight. Once I heard Irina’s tales with my own ears. She had her back to me and didn’t see me approach. It was about me and one guy from our company. Irina said that I was running after him, that I was “hanging myself” on the guys, that they should stay away from me.

I realized that Irina just likes that same guy, that’s why she talks about me like that. But I didn’t like that she was spreading such gossip. When I called her for a frank conversation, my sister didn’t even deny anything.

Imagine, it turns out that she was friends with me because I am a good student, and because of this a lot of girls and boys talk to me. And even as a child, she told them that she let me copy, that’s why I have “4” and “5” in my diary.

And when guys started paying attention to me, she fought them off with gossip. I showed everyone how kind and good she is, and how bad I am. We had a huge fight that evening and have hardly spoken since then. But the most interesting thing is that all my relatives think that it was I who offended “poor Ira.”

Are you my friend or what?

At the institute I became friends with one girl. Until my last year, Olesya was my friend. And I, a naive soul, believed that we had real friendship. But Olesya just used me.

Olesya seemed to me such a kind girl, trying to help everyone, that I even envied her. She took care of her sick grandfather for a whole month. And I rewrote lectures for her and did tests and a course project for her.

And my friend also helped a shelter for homeless animals, so she didn’t have time to complete the internship and write a report on it. Out of the kindness of my heart, I did everything for her.


Olesya told her classmates how “holy simplicity” I am, and that I would also write her thesis for free and with an “excellent” grade. Perhaps this would have been the case if it were not for the teacher who was my graduate supervisor. She quite harshly forbade me to communicate with the party girl Olesya until I handed in my finished diploma project.

That ban revealed the whole truth. My friend was indignant and shouted that she had hoped so much that I would write her a paper, but I had let her down. This is how, with the help of duplicity, she completed her studies until she defended her diploma.

Have you ever met two-faced people? Why do you think they were like that to you?

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A lot has been said and written about human duplicity and hypocrisy. Traditionally in society, the words “two-faced person” mean a certain cunning and cunning that is hidden under a mask. Such people usually say one thing, think something else, and do something else. And you often have to ask the question: why is this, what causes this behavior? Every person has met two-faced people along their path. For some, this quality does not appear immediately; for others, it shows itself already in the first stages of communication.

What does a two-faced person mean?

The main problem is that not every person realizes the extent of his problem, committing such actions unintentionally, by accident. Psychologists note that usually such problems are based on the individual’s banal internal fears. Lack of self-confidence and dependence on other people’s opinions give rise to the fear of being oneself. This also includes the fear of failure. Usually, all these fears are ingrained in a person from childhood, and modern society imposes its values ​​and principles on us. Everyone around you teaches you how to live correctly. We hear every day about what is right and what is wrong, from TV, the Internet, newspapers. We try to live up to someone else's ideals and forget about who we really are. If a person’s character lacks willpower, purpose, and motivation in life, if he constantly faces only failures, then he immediately begins to look for guidelines in society. Such people can be two-faced only because they are afraid to show themselves as they really are.

How to recognize duplicity?

If you understand the meaning of the word “duplicity” itself, we can conclude that an individual has several different models of behavior. Usually, ordinary outside observers bring such people to light. This is because two-faced people behave completely differently and navigate the situation. Such people can have a sincere conversation with you, treat what is said with understanding and interest, and after some time communicate just as nicely with your enemies, despite the fact that just a moment ago they condemned them.

How to spot a hypocrite?

And then the question arises in my head: “Why is this so?” You can identify a two-faced person by the following characteristics:

• He behaves unnaturally.
• Often flattering.
• He is looking for a strong patron and changes companies too often in search of something better.
• He strives to please everyone, regardless of whether he likes the person or not.

Such people usually find it difficult to communicate with people; on a subconscious level, they try to avoid quarrels, disputes and try in every possible way to resolve the situation in their favor.

How do they behave?

First of all, try not to judge, but to understand the two-faced person. Look at him through the eyes of an impartial psychologist, try to understand why the person behaves this way. After all, perhaps he needs banal outside help. You should avoid communicating with two-faced people only if the hypocrisy is negative, even malicious, when the person is being a hypocrite intentionally. Such people should not lay out everything in their hearts, bare their souls and tell sensitive details of their lives. It’s better to try to get the person to talk more about himself; unexpected questions can unsettle a two-faced person, and he will begin to behave more naturally. Sometimes hypocrites simply do not realize what they are doing, in which case you need to help the person look at himself and the situation from the outside. Often, if the hypocrisy was unintentional, a person will forever lose the desire to do such things.

How to deal with duplicity?

What to do if, after reading the article, you have a strong opinion that the named “symptoms” of the problem are present in you too? Do not despair, and it is better to immediately tackle the problem. Admitting a flaw is already a big step in the process of solving the problem, because a malicious hypocrite will never admit his duplicity. If you humbly agree that sometimes you can be deceitful, then you can still help and eradicate the bad habit. Psychologists advise doing the following exercise. In a calm environment, without distractions, ask yourself why you are doing this, what motivates you, what motivates you to such actions. Think about whether you are satisfied with your life and whether your environment suits you. Think about what prevents you from achieving certain heights and showing yourself only from the best side. Don’t be afraid of mistakes and failures, accept that they happen to every person. Start doing what reflects your inner world and your beliefs, and not the opinions imposed by others. Find moral guidelines and goals in your life. Understand them clearly and move forward by sticking to them. And if you honestly act in accordance with these simple rules, you will quickly see that they work.

What could be the consequences?

If the problem is not addressed, it can seriously harm the person in the future. A two-faced person develops mental disorders and depression over time. He is always forced to hide his feelings and, due to distrust from others, stops communicating with many friends. But do not forget that every person can be two-faced to one degree or another.

Quotes about two-faced people

A huge number of books have been written in this world and a considerable number of films have been shot, which in one way or another touch on the issue of duplicity. Many famous personalities spoke about this problem. Here's how Shakespeare spoke about duplicity:

A deceitful face will hide everything that a treacherous heart has in mind.

Here's what another writer, Francois de La Rochefoucauld, said:

Hypocrisy is the tribute that vice is forced to pay to virtue.

The best statuses about two-faced people are as follows:

We are different, disputes are inappropriate here. Some are a monster on the outside, but a child at heart, some are behind bars, with an honest heart, and some with a vile heart, and a judge!*** Some people are like pistachios: at first you barely open them, and then something else is revealed, that it’s empty inside!***Don’t rip people’s masks off. What if they are muzzles!***It’s better to spit directly in my eyes than into the soul behind my back.***Alas, duplicity is an infection... passed on from century to century. And without blinking an eye... yes... the person is being hypocritical!

This problem actually worries many people. Don't stand aside, and perhaps there will be fewer two-faced people in the world.

None of us like hypocrites. And at the same time, everyone considers himself a sincere and open person, who is surrounded exclusively by two-faced people. Why is that? We often ask ourselves this question. You seem to know the person inside and out, you think that he is honest with you, tells you everything he thinks, and, of course, never discusses you with others. But here’s the disappointment: this “friend” also showed himself to be a two-faced Janus. We feel offended by the whole world and proudly declare that there are no more honest people left in the world. But why are we always ready to say about others that they are two-faced people, but not about ourselves? This issue should be approached from a psychological point of view.

The other side of the coin is the unconscious

Psychologists distinguish two layers of the psyche: consciousness and unconsciousness. So, only those ideas about ourselves that we like and that we accept in ourselves reach the conscious part. But there are no perfect people.
Undesirable characteristics are ruthlessly suppressed and forced out. But they remain in us and are rooted in our unconscious. Sometimes these ideas break through into the conscious layer, causing us to behave in less than ideal ways. This is how our “second face” manifests itself, which we, of course, do not recognize and try to justify ourselves and find numerous explanations for our behavior. So it turns out that two-faced people are everyone around us, but not us. A person is so accustomed to showing the world only his positive and approved qualities that he no longer recognizes his negative traits. Many people, from childhood, begin to quite successfully use their duplicity in relationships with others, which undoubtedly brings them great benefits (at work, in their personal lives). Then the question arises: “Is it so bad to be two-faced if it has many advantages?”

Duplicity in our lives

As many quotes about two-faced people say, a person becomes so accustomed to his mask (which he shows to the world) that it becomes his face. It is very easy to cross that line when a person forgets his true self, when he constantly adapts to the situation, like a chameleon, and begins to pretend to himself. Such two-faced people are, in fact, deeply unhappy, although they demonstrate to others and themselves that they are in a great mood. This example can be seen most clearly in S. Maugham’s work “Theatre”. The fact that this problem has set the teeth on edge is evidenced by the numerous statuses about two-faced people that constantly appear on social networks. Modern society, completely saturated with market relations, is extremely lacking in sincerity and directness. For example, you can read the following status: “We pretend to others for so long that we eventually start pretending to ourselves.” Truth and lies, hypocrisy and sincerity are too intertwined with each other, and it is no longer possible to distinguish one from the other. You can mention another quote: “When you are alone in a room, I am afraid to open the door and see no one there.” Duplicity, of course, allows you to gain some benefit, but is the loss of your own self worth it?

What does a two-faced person mean? What kind of person are you???

Artyom Vertegelm

Fun question.... but...
a two-faced person - two different personalities - one good and the other bad - for example...
And what kind of person I am is not important (since we don’t intersect with you). . the main thing is that you are happy!

Marina Petrenko

A two-faced person, as for me, is a human being. who is quiet and fluffy in public, but in reality he is simply scary to deal with. Whenever possible, I try to tell people the truth (within reasonable limits, of course).

Maksimov Igor

Thinks about one thing. but says something completely different
Pathologically honest ones are rare - consequences of the disease. After meningitis, for example, deviations appear: either they can’t lie, or they don’t understand humor, and they don’t understand abstractions
All people can put on other identities. Therefore, actors used to be the most advanced in this matter, to put it mildly, they did not like them, and they were forbidden to bury them in the cemetery

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Mythology.

Sigmund Freud.

Film "Duplicity".

How to overcome duplicity

Get rid of self-interest.

T - Elena Zhukova - - Francois de La Rochefoucauld - - Tennessee Williams - - Leonid Sukhorukov -
Vladimir Levi / The art of being yourself Alexander Dontsov /

General rules

Trust your intuition.

Duplicity

I avoid two-faced people.







I hate lies on my lips



I would feel sorry for stupid people


But you missed this lesson.

Either fools or scoundrels.

Galina Grigoryan

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What is duplicity?

Duplicity – a term used to describe a person who says one thing, thinks another, and does another.

By duplicity we mean the tendency to hide one’s true emotions and feelings, to commit deliberately immoral acts under the guise of lofty motives. The basis of duplicity may be self-interest, but most often hypocrisy gives rise to the individual’s fear of showing his true face and being rejected. The root of the problem often lies in childhood, when the child was loved “for something,” and the person, becoming an adult, believes that the person he really is cannot be recognized and accepted. A hypocrite often cares about the opinions of others, and in order to gain their approval and recognition, he is able to abandon his principles.

Duplicity for selfish purposes - it is also often called flattery or sycophancy - can be practiced by a person with normal self-esteem, embodying the principle “you give me - I give you.” Such people, as a rule, do not feel guilt or remorse - hypocrisy is firmly ingrained in their character and becomes a personal role.

To get rid of duplicity, you need to eradicate selfishness from your motives and learn to accept your true self, without putting on the mask of the person you want to be known as.

Duplicity is falsehood and hypocrisy.

Duplicity is the ultimate form of conformity.

Duplicity is excessive moral flexibility and unprincipledness.

Duplicity is the absence of a clear position in life.

Two-facedness is the suppression of one’s “I” for the sake of circumstances.

Disadvantages of Duplicity

Duplicity often causes nervous diseases and depression.

Duplicity forces you to hide, to hide your true self.

Duplicity is the foundation of lies, meanness and betrayal.

Duplicity causes inconvenience and internal discomfort in the hypocrite.

Duality leads to splitting and subsequent degradation of personality.

Manifestations of duplicity in everyday life

Mythology. Often a two-faced person is called “two-faced Janus” - the god of all kinds of doors, entrances, exits, depicted with two faces facing in opposite directions. “Two-faced Janus” is a collective image of an insincere and hypocritical person, but God himself was not noticed in such vices.

Psychological disorder. Split personality is a psychological disease characterized by the division of one person into several “egos”. Ego personalities often have different temperaments, genders, ages and “switch” to each other at certain moments or situations. Common causes of the disorder are physical abuse and severe emotional trauma.

Sigmund Freud. According to the teachings of the famous psychologist, hypocrisy is an integral part of human coexistence. Society to some extent approves of duplicity as a way of maintaining order, while directly expressing one's opinion leads to undermining its foundations. However, later findings by scientists refuted the two-faced nature of man, proving that any person feels discomfort if forced to be a hypocrite.

Film "Duplicity". The film tells the story of two police officers leading a “double life”: the first is an undercover agent in the Yakuza clan, the other is an agent of the clan in the police. Despite the constant threat of discovery, both agents played their roles flawlessly - until they were given the task of identifying each other.

How to overcome duplicity

Accept yourself as you are. There is an abyss between the concepts of “to be” and “to seem.” Playing the role of a strong, brave and friendly person, you cannot become one. Learn to accept yourself as you are, without fear of causing negativity from others - it is better to be a sincere grumbler than a fake clown.

Don't change your principles. A two-faced person often changes his mind under the influence of circumstances, but betraying oneself cannot be justified either by fear or by personal gain. Stay true to yourself - and life will reward you with what you unsuccessfully tried to achieve with falseness.

Get rid of self-interest. The desire to extract personal or material benefit from relationships with people is the highest measure of selfishness, replacing eternal values ​​with transitory ones. Start to value friendships and companionship, enjoying sincere and selfless communication with others.

Eliminate slander and envy. Often it is envy and the habit of whispering behind one's back that are the worst manifestations of duplicity. Get rid of the tendency to say one thing to your face and another behind your back. Transform envy of others into a source of admiration and inspiration without using it as a reason for backbiting.

Catchphrases about duplicity

T The one who wears the mask usually has no face. - Elena Zhukova - Hypocrisy is the tribute that vice pays to virtue. - Francois de La Rochefoucauld - The only thing worse than a liar is a liar who is also a hypocrite. - Tennessee Williams - He preferred to know everyone by sight. Talk to the back. - Leonid Sukhorukov -
Vladimir Levi / The art of being yourself The creation of a famous psychotherapist who tells the reader in an accessible language about inner significance, how to properly communicate with others, about the art of being yourself - and not someone else. Alexander Dontsov / The phenomenon of envy. Homo individuals? “The best book about the worst human feeling” is what this publication is called. The author explains in detail what envy is, why this character trait is inherent in most people, and how to get rid of this soul-corroding feeling. A.P. Chekhov in the story “Chameleon” showed duplicity, unprincipledness and hypocrisy in all its disgusting nakedness.

General rules

Work even a little, but every day, so that virtues become “habits of the heart.”

Don't strive for absolute perfection.

Never give up - remember: even the great ones fail.

Trust your intuition.

Avoid extremes. Strive for the golden mean between deficiency and excess of virtue.

Enjoy; work on your chosen program with humor and optimism.

A two-faced person: what does it mean, how not to become one? - Muesli.ru

Duplicity

I avoid two-faced people.
No, I'm not afraid, I despise them.
Their speeches can be heard behind a hundred doors,
Their masks are visible, no matter how they are hidden.
I despise the envious gaze.
It’s not my fault that they didn’t give you more.
You would have my pain as many times as much,
It’s as if they wouldn’t stand up with a proud back.
I hate lies on my lips
Like the tune of a memorized song.
Haven't had time to say the letter "A" yet
I know the continuation of the deception.
I would feel sorry for stupid people
But pity is of no use here.
Life teaches us all to be smarter,
But you missed this lesson.
And so I live in this life, avoiding
Either fools or scoundrels.
Aspiring only to noble people,
Who understands a good life in a worthy life.

Galina Grigoryan

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What does Hypocrite mean?

A HYPOCRITE is a two-faced, bad, malicious person, but pretending to be virtuous, kind, and sincere.

HYPOCRITE is the word that best characterizes the restless soul of a person whose personality is split. This word is "hypocrite". A hypocrite is one who does not speak with his own face, but hides behind a mask. Such a person covers up his insincerity with feigned sincerity, apparent virtue. For example, you think that a person loves and respects you, but in his heart he hates you, and for him you are nothing.

In Greek and Latin, the word “hypocrite” sounds like “hypokritas”, i.e. a man with a mask, a human artist. A hypocrite puts on a mask to act out a scene, to deceive someone. Hypocrite is a terrible word for both Russians and Greeks... Hypocrites are usually called vile, spiritually low people. A person who has no moral principles is in this state. Hypocrisy not only conceals deception and betrayal, but you cannot trust such a person! When a person “changes” his face, you no longer know who you are dealing with. Therefore, hypocrites are often called two-faced. Depending on the circumstances, a person puts on a mask, and you don’t know who he really is.
Explanatory Dictionary of the Russian Language by Ushakov

Duplicity is a negatively connoted behavior that implies excessive moral flexibility and unprincipledness. Despite the fact that society, in principle, is loyal to the right of every person to have one or more “masks” for different occasions, two-faced people are perceived with disapproval and condemnation. What is the difference between the usual ability to adapt to them and duplicity?

Society makes certain demands on its members regarding relationships and... These requirements, in particular, include the ability to admit that one is wrong, to look at the situation from the opponent’s point of view, and the art of being interested in other people. All these qualities are recommended to be developed by psychologists and communication specialists, since they can really facilitate the communication process, making it more effective. However, at the same time, society values ​​people who know how to defend their position, principles and beliefs. It is paradoxical that despite all the demand for conformists, the admiration of society is caused by those who are able to fight for their views. The fact is that strength of character and reluctance to change one’s point of view to please the majority is a necessary component for the development of human society. Almost all famous scientists were nonconformists, ready to do anything to defend their beliefs.

In ancient Roman mythology, there was the gatekeeper god Janus, who, according to legend, had two faces. Over time, the expression “two-faced Janus” became synonymous with a two-faced person, although God himself was not accused of anything like that.

Lack of principles does not look good on anyone

As for duplicity, it represents the ultimate form of conformism, that is, the ability to adapt at a reflex level. There is a saying “as many people as there are so many opinions,” and the problem with two-faced people is that they try to support all these opinions. This tactic is effective only until two people with opposing opinions enter into a discussion in the presence of the “hyperconformist,” especially if he has previously expressed support for both. Regardless of whose point of view ultimately turns out to be correct, his reputation will suffer, since people rarely respect those who are unable to adhere to their views with any degree of firmness.

. The significant difference is that it is common for hypocrites to motivate their selfish actions with noble goals.

Of course, to a large extent, people are forced to be duplicitous by society itself, which sometimes demands opposite things from its members: the ability to socialize on the one hand, and integrity on the other. This inevitably leads to people trying to please all stakeholders, paying for it with their reputation. However, you should not look for forced reasons for duplicity. Some people are able to change their principles without any external influence, simply “according to their mood.” It is this kind of behavior that causes particular condemnation. In the end, one can understand a person who abandoned certain views at the risk of health or life, but those who easily switch from one opposing side to another of their own free will, as a rule, are despised on both sides.