zì qī qī rén

to delude yourself

The Chinese phrase '自欺欺人' is used to describe the act of deceiving oneself or creating a false impression in one's mind about a situation. It emphasizes the idea of self-deception, where a person may ignore the truth or reality to maintain a more comfortable or favorable perspective. This phrase can be used in various contexts, both in casual conversation and in more serious discussions about honesty and self-awareness.