Why do people try squirm from a lie even though they have been.?

Question

I recently caught someone lying to me. I did not directly confront them, however, during a conversation I gave them clues to let them know that I was a aware of the truth. I am thinking now that I should be more direct with that person.

Answer 1

I never lie except when I have to.
But when I have to....oh boy, you don't want to know how much I have to, as Homer would say.

Answer 2

The art of tact is often what keeps friendships together, even when some members of that relationship are flawed.

Almost everyone, at one time or another finds reason enough to exaggerate, embelish, cover up or otherwise not tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but. Sometimes these minor transgressions cross over into the realm of being a big fat lie.

The line is blurred.

Yes, even among friends, this can occur. When this relationship is strong, one should not have to hesitate to call someone on being caught, but still done in such a way that allows the fibber to withdraw honorably. In fact, calling a friend out on a lie (and subsequent admission) can clear the air and friendships can continur to function without getting snagged on the memory.

With strangers, or more casual acquaintences, a lie can often pass without comment if it causes no damage. Who needs an excuse to start an argument? The school Romeo, bragging about the number of his conquests is, as they say, no skin off ones nose. But a lie that costs a great deal of time, money,or shame should probably not go unmentioned. If that Romeo begins to drop names, then HE has no honor, and if caught in a lie, should be confronted with it. The harmed party is owed, at least, an apology.

Even then, the person caught should be allowed to apologise as a form of a graceful retreat.

After all, who needs more enemies?

Answer 3

Because they are embarrassed. Everyone lies, it's not even taught behaviour. That's why people aren't basically good at heart, they are taught to be good.

If this person is a habitual liar, then just avoid talking or dealing with that person if possible. Otherwise, treat what they are saying like the most incredible information ever..."REALLY?! WOW< That's AMAZING...YOU SHOULD CONTACT ABC NEWS WITH THAT INFO...WOOOOOWWWW...GOSH! AWESOME!" I think they'll get the sarcasm if that are a little smarter than a moron.

Answer 4

I would have some fun first, make them cococt this fab' story and listen then, say you know I was next door lastnite, I know you were home , if for etc. the lie was I wasn't home.
then walk off for the rest of the time he \ she would be feeling shitty so, they think good before lying to me again.

Answer 5

"The devil made me do it." We are so imperfect and unless one tries or wants to become a better person, those imperfections really come to the surface.

Answer 6

makes life easy

Answer 7

yea u should. but it is always fun to play mind games with ppl