Why do people decive? Why do I decive?

I believe most people deceive because they want to make a sticky situation better, and the only way they can achieve this is by telling people what they want to here.  Some lies benefit the hearer, compliments towards a friend’s outfit that you don't particularly care for is an example.  People tell white lies to get to know a person better, for instance you may lie about a place you have been just so you can sort of share that bond with someone.  Lies protect ones privacy. Nobody has to know your life, personal or not everyone should keep thier opinions and questions to themselves.  People tell lies to avoid confrontation with another person, if your friend wants to go to the movies and you don't you tell them you do, to make them happy. Telling a lie may even protect yourself from distress.  People have enough stress in their lives, they do not need anyone else causing anymore problems.  Lies can hurt someone for no reason, rumors are a big issue in high schools and middle schools.  Telling a lie is like bullying, it is not a correct way to handle a situation. Granted I'm not perfect, and I've deceived people in the past, at least I am able to admit that.  Everyone has their stages and whether or not they are mature enough to move past the stage of lying, and just be truthful is completely up to them.  I feel as if my generation especially if affected by lying. I hope one day this world will be a little more peaceful.