I agree 100%, though it's possible that what Matt meant is that his mohawk functions as a signal to attract people like him: smart, yet extremely cool and laid

I agree 100%, though it's possible that what Matt meant is that his mohawk functions as a signal to attract people like him: smart, yet extremely cool and laid-back. Btw, if you want to align yourself with reality instead of rationalizations, your best bet is to do some meditation and then set clear, conscious intentions for various areas of your life. Then in the future, when confronted with a decision, you can assess whether it will bring you towards or away from your crystallized intentions. Of course, rationalizations can still crop up, but I've found that this is a useful deterrent. Also, if you feel negative emotions but are still acting in service of your intention, it's a sign that you're probably engaging in "right action" instead of rationalization.