I tend to think that only trial-and-error will tell. I mean, denial is stealth, it recruits your subconscious, which is a powerful force...you have to be mindful, honest, and determined to discover how your subconscious is at work in your life and your behaviors. Sometimes it takes a lot of time, and a lot of help from others, not to mention, taking a good look in the mirror, to be able to look back and say, "Hey, that positive thinking was a tactic of denial."
But, I don't think the subconscious has total roam--we are definitely capable of being introspective and really seeing the motives behind our behaviors, as long as we remain connected to our feelings.
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