Srinagar, Oct. 16 -- In every society, workplace, and family, a painful truth repeats itself: lies often travel faster and sound louder than honesty. Those who twist the truth gain sympathy, while those who speak it are left defending themselves against accusations they never deserved. This is not new-but understanding why it happens, and how truth ultimately prevails, helps us stay strong when we choose integrity over comfort.

People react to emotions faster than they process facts. When someone cries or appears hurt, our minds instinctively feel for them. Scientists explain this through mirror neurons, which make us experience others' emotions. It's a natural human response meant to build empathy-but it can be misused by those who know...