Friend Thanksgiving is an annual thing we do every year to bring all our friends together to celebrate another good year and to giggle hysterically at one another when they do something stupid. This year is no different.
After listening to the radio this morning, I felt it necessary that I read up on this article they mentioned in regard to being caught in a lie; mostly because there are some folks close to me that decide its a great life choice to try to pull one over on me. Whether it be a white lie or some utter bullshit to which you cannot even fathom how they created that in their little pea brain of theirs, it is a lie/crap regardless. And if you are going to try to lie to your friends, realize that odds are good they are smarter than you, and can see right through it.
So here is to you liars. Gather together and read up on how to stop being compulsive and start being truthful because, believe it or not, people will respect you a hell of a lot more.
The Do's & Don'ts After Being Caught in a Lie
When someone catches you telling what he/she knows is an untruth, it can be embarrassing as well as uncomfortable for both the liar and the lie's recipient. There is always that awkward moment where truth passes silently betwixt the two parties. It is in that moment that you (as the liar) should find the most appropriate way to deal with your misstep. So what do you do when your fib has been blatantly exposed for the world to see? Try some of this friendly advice:
"Do" #1 : Fess' Up- Admit right away that you have lied. Even if the truth is plainly visible in "black and white," the person to whom you have fibbed will appreciate the acknowledgment. In fact, most people will be more offended because they feel that their intelligence has been insulted, if you continue on in your charade.
"Do" #2 : Explain Yourself- After you've been found out, the next best thing to do is offer a little explanation. Perhaps the lie you've told is just a little white one. Or maybe it's a huge whopper of a story. Either way, a brief justification can do a world of good. For example, if you're planning a surprise party for your buddy and he/she catches you flubbing on your story and gets irritated, it would behoove you to admit the real reason for the misdeed(s). This is a rather benevolent example. But the point is that people sometimes will feel better if they understand the nature of your dishonesty.
"Do" #3 : Apologize- An apology can go a long way when it comes to mending fences with someone whom you have betrayed. The acknowledgment of a fib is certainly necessary. But expressing sincere regret for the attempt to fool someone is even better. Lying is one of those things that people find harmless justifications for. Whether or not the end justifies the means is a moot point when someone realizes that they've been duped.
(Pulled from Associated Content)
So a lesson to you liars. It is better to admit you are at fault and apologize for it. And to be honest, more often than not, you are lying to someone because you know they would call you out or tell you you know better, so instead of lying to them, pull your head out of your ass.
