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We’ve all been there: your parents are asking you (maybe even grilling you) about something and it seems like a simple lie could get you out of a big mess. The truth is it could actually end up getting you into more trouble. The good news is you’ve taken the first step by deciding that you want to stop lying to your parents. That’s great! Keep it up and you’ll be able to break the habit. To help you do it, we’ve put together a list of tips and strategies you can use to work on being more honest with them.
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- Try putting yourself in their shoes. How would you feel if someone lied to you. Your parents don’t want to have to punish you, they just want you to be honest!Thanks
- Keep in mind that you don’t necessarily have to outright lie in order to be dishonest. Withholding key details or avoiding bringing something up with your parents is also a form of lying.Thanks
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Warnings
- If someone hurt you, tell your parents about it. Don’t lie to try to protect them or cover something up. Your parents love you and want to help you.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.thehopeline.com/how-to-stop-lying-part-1/
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2012/08/lying-less
- ↑ https://www.thehopeline.com/how-to-stop-lying-part-1/
- ↑ https://www.thehopeline.com/how-to-stop-lying-part-1/
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/talk-parents.html
- ↑ https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/how-to/overcoming-the-compulsion-how-to-stop-lying/
- ↑ Allen Wagner, MFT, MA. Marriage & Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 6 March 2019.
- ↑ https://www.thehopeline.com/how-to-stop-lying-part-1/
- ↑ Allen Wagner, MFT, MA. Marriage & Family Therapist. Expert Interview. 6 March 2019.
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