Why do I lie to my loved ones?

Most people say they lie to avoid causing negative feelings, sidestep conflict, and to escape hurting or insulting a partner. Some people lie because they believe that no one can like or love them the way they are.

Can you lie to protect someone you love?

You don’t want to lie to your partner, yet you want to be hyper-considerate of their feelings, so maybe it’s best to not tell the truth about everything. “YES it’s okay to lie!”, says Heide, “In fact, it’s an evolutionary trait that helped us fit into complex societies and survive as a group.

Why is my loved one lying all the time?

Risk factors for lying. Addiction can occur along with bipolar disorder. This can spur and even exacerbate compulsive lying. Your loved one may be denying their addiction or may want to cover up their misdeeds. The deeper into addiction they go, the more often they may lie.

Do you think lying is good or bad?

-I think lies can only be “good” if they help avoid a situation where the person being lied to is not in harm and may get their feelings hurt. Also, if the lie can prevent the person from harm, it can be considered “good”. “Bad” lies are just about every other type of lie.

Is your loved one lying about their bipolar disorder?

You may know the symptoms of bipolar disorder: the extreme highs and lows, the risky behavior, the inability to focus. Now you’re noticing that your loved one is starting to lie. They’re little white lies at first, but soon they’re growing in extravagance and frequency.

Is there a place for lying in a relationship?

You don’t want to lie to your partner, yet you want to be hyper-considerate of their feelings, so maybe it’s best to not tell the truth about everything. Dating coach Chantal Heide feels like there certainly is a place for some lying in relationships.