Why is truth not enough
"Because truth is subjective. Same as memories. There are three levels of subjectivity. Let me try to explain."
“The first is the brain’s interpretation. So, different people can experience the exact same event, and they both will have completely different memories from it. Even major details can be misinterpreted by the brain. For example, imagine a vehicle accident witnessed by two individuals. One person might vividly recall the wet pavement, the screeching of tires, and the sound of the crash, emphasizing on the chaotic nature of the scene. Meanwhile, the other individual may focus on the visual details, such as the color of the vehicles or the expressions on the faces of those involved. These distinct memories are shaped by individual perspective."
“The second aspect is that memories change over time as we recall them in different settings. A few minutes after spilling wine all over you, you might be embarrassed, but a month later, you might find it funny. Some memories lose their sharpness over time and the brain fills in those gaps, altering the memory. But also, the brain can bury deeply a memory that is especially painful, as a defense mechanism."
“Lastly, our brain can create memories on its own. Crazy, isn’t it? It does this to try to explain an event, or even following a vivid dream which seemed to be reality. Something might have happened to you as a child, you remember how it made you feel, but you don’t recall the details. When you try to explain this memory to others or yourself, you might make up some details that would explain why you remember feeling a certain way. The details you make up attach to the memory as if it was real.”
"You might then ask: If memories are subjective, then what does it say about our capacity to communicate as humans? To this question, I believe you already know the answer."