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A key insight into understanding human nature is that individuals often project their own character onto others. Unwittingly, the stereotypes, criticisms, and narratives we assign to our enemies reveal more about ourselves than about them. For example, political accusations—such as the left claiming the right is driven by hate or greed—mirror the fears and flaws of the accusers. The more psychologically developed a person is, the less they project, thanks to better self-awareness. Conversely, a society with poor psychological health tends to be rife with projection, revealing our collective unwellness. The current civilizational state—marked by social decay, declining birthrates, and cultural disconnection—reflects this internal dysfunction.