Life Coaching: The Truth About Lying

Countless times as parents or caregivers we have witnessed the chocolaty face saying, “I didn’t eat the candy!” Or, “It wasn’t me!” Of course we can see the truth behind it, but why do children lie? They certainly don’t come into this world knowing how to lie, but by the age of two they become experts. The truth is we all lie from time to time and for different reasons. When is it acceptable? Even more importantly, what truths can we teach our children about lying? Many believe it’s a matter of intention. Understanding the true intention behind the lie can be the determining factor. For some, lying about how great someone looks can be perfectly acceptable. In fact, it has the potential to make someone feel good. However, denying that we spilled the...

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