Deal with liars the right way
We all encounter liars at some point in our lives, but the real power is deciding in how we deal with them.
by: E.B. Johnson
Dealing with liars is never easy, but it can be especially hard when we don’t understand the concept of lying as a whole. There are a number of reasons people lie, and they range anywhere from sociopathic tendencies to a need to spare the feelings of someone they love. The true power in dealing with lies comes when we learn how to recognize them for what they are and separate ourselves from the behavior in a way that protects our physical and mental wellbeing.
If you’ve found yourself entangled in a situation that’s saturated with lies, focus first on getting to the bottom of those lies with both acceptance and open and honest understanding. Lies are toxic, and they go a long way to hurt even when they are set with the best of intentions. Like shadows, untruths add up, and when they do they can seriously shake our perception of self and reality. Don’t let the lies throw your life and your joy off kilter. Adopt the simple techniques you need to defend yourself from lies big and small alike.