Lying
Who do liars target? Am I an easy target? These 3 personality types are deceived more easily
The unfortunate truth is that many people lie, and it isn’t always easy to tell when we’re being deceived. And while we all are at risk of being lied to on any given day, some are particularly vulnerable to deception such as those who lead with empathy, passiveness,...
Why do we lie? What started as a means of survival now has the potential to cripple us in modern-day life if we aren’t careful
We all lie—about being sick so we can get out of work, about feeling sorry when we’re not, and about enjoying our food when we don’t. The reason we’re dishonest with others is that deception developed as a means of survival, as it helps us gain power, assert control,...
Why do children lie? When does it become problematic?
Everybody lies, including children—in fact, children learn to lie as they grow, observe, and learn over time.While lying every now and then is normal, lying can turn problematic: the key is to first understand the motivation behind your child lies before addressing...
Are my lying habits normal or am I a compulsive liar?
We all lie from time to time, but there are some people who make a habit of it—these are compulsive liars, and they can cause serious harm to themselves as well as the people around them.If you’re a compulsive or pathological liar, the good news is that you can work...