“I’m sorry, father, I cannot tell a lie.” This familiar quotation perhaps tells us more about our own desires than the reality of daily life. Why? Because ALL kids lie. Lying is as common to childhood as skinned knees and sibling rivalry. To be sure, some children lie more dramatically, or more frequently, than others. Yet we all lied - at least occasionally - as children.
When we catch a child or adolescent lying, strong feelings may be triggered in us. We usually feel insulted that someone we love would try to deceive us. We might also feel concern for a child’s moral development: “Is my child a dishonest person?” “What will people think of my child if s/he is perceived to be a liar?” And some deceptions lead to anxiety about safety, such as “Where were you really last night?”
Behind all of the emotions we might express about being deceived is the dread that trust is being eroded. Trust is the invisible twine that ties our lives together, providing a sense of safety and reassurance. Trust enables love and respect. When our child lies to us, the pain can be intense.
Let’s Talk About Five Common Kinds of Lies:
1. Impulse Lying
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