Rationalization is the use of feeble or far-fetched arguments to skirt over something that is difficult to accept or else make it seem more palatable. A person who has been rejected by a love interest ...

Application rationalization is a crucial step for government contracting organizations aiming to streamline operations, cut costs and embrace the latest technologies. However, transitioning from an ...

In an era where technology drives business success, organizations often find themselves managing an overwhelming number of tools and applications — whether purchased officially through procurement or ...

In this new series on self-deception, I will spotlight 10 of the most important ego defenses. After looking at denial, repression, and dissociation, it is now time for rationalization. Rationalization ...