Source: Return of the Hero (2018)

Main ideas:

15

Forged letters can create false narratives to comfort others ^98%

98%

14

War trauma can lead to desertion and loss of identity ^88%

88%

13

Heroic myths are often constructed to mask personal failures ^92%

92%

12

Deception can spiral out of control when lies are exposed ^91%

91%

11

Romantic tension often arises from conflicting personalities ^81%

81%

10

Social status can be manipulated through fabricated stories ^91%

91%

9

Dueling is a historical method to resolve personal conflicts ^92%

92%

8

Family loyalty can drive individuals to extreme actions ^88%

88%

7

War stories are often exaggerated to gain admiration ^88%

88%

6

Historical settings amplify the contrast between truth and fiction ^88%

88%

5

Financial scams exploit trust and naivety in communities ^95%

95%

4

Love can persist despite betrayal and deception ^85%

85%

3

Heroism is sometimes a performance rather than a reality ^89%

89%

2

Cultural norms shape perceptions of honor and duty ^82%

82%

1

Unexpected bravery can emerge in moments of crisis ^91%

91%