Although no one likes to be labeled a liar, it is important to understand how certain behaviors can influence the way others see you.
Are you a liar and don’t even realize it?
Calm down, no need to panic!
Everyone tells a little lie from time to time, whether to avoid a bad situation or to escape a boring situation.
But some habits may indicate that lying has become a habit.
6 habits that may indicate that you are a liar
1. Look away
Are you telling that super interesting story, but your eyes seem to have a life of their own, avoiding eye contact?
This could be a sign that your brain is trying to hide something.
Of course, not everyone who avoids eye contact is lying, but if this happens every time you explain a “story”… it could be suspicious!
2. Explains too much (or too little)
Have you ever noticed that sometimes, when someone lies, they tend to give a super detailed explanation, as if they were trying to convince themselves?
Or do you do the opposite and respond in a vague and mysterious way?
If you are on the team that “flourishes” or the team that responds only with “ahem”, “I don’t know” and “yeah”, it could be an indication that the truth is hidden.
3. Moves your hands a lot (or stands still a lot)
The body speaks, and when it comes to a liar, it can talk too much!
If you gesture exaggeratedly when telling something or, conversely, stand still like a statue, it could be a sign that your subconscious is trying to balance lying with body language.
4. Ri de nervoso
You know that awkward smile that slips out unintentionally when you’re trying to hide something?
Laughing nervously is a common reaction of those who lie.
If you find that you always giggle out of context when you’re telling a story, it might be a good time to ask yourself, “Am I really being sincere?”
5. Change the tone of voice
The voice also delivers a lot!
If your voice gets thinner or you start to stutter when saying something, it could be an indication that the truth is a little distorted.
The brain works overtime when we invent stories, and sometimes the tone of voice makes a mistake.
6. Contradicts yourself without realizing it
Have you ever told a story and, after a while, forgot the details and told it another way?
Well, the truth is always easier to remember than a well-crafted lie.
If someone keeps catching you changing small parts of your narrative, it might be time to pay more attention.
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