[HugeAcumen]

It's deception to an utter randomer, as well as to yourself.

You really need to be careful with lying to yourself like that. Being a whole integrated person who doesn't have to remember who he is and what lies he's told comes in handy.

[amelius]

Yes, but aren't there notorious liars that are doing pretty well in life?

[HugeAcumen]

If you measure "doing well in life" by money and power, yes.

If you measure by being a decent and content person, I'd have to say no.