Certain zodiac signs tend to tell half-truths because they simply want to avoid conflict, protect their image, or are scared of others’ reactions to their mistakes.
Some of them do it out of impulsivity, and some do it to preserve peace. Here are the zodiac signs that are more prone to lying to their partners.
Aries
Aries often lie because of impulsive, quick thinking, with good intentions of avoiding trouble or protecting peace. They will often hide things to avoid issues and preserve their ego when they feel misunderstood.
Impulsivity can cause them to say things without considering the long-term ramifications. In relationships, Aries will downplay their mistakes or exaggerate their feelings to keep the relationship on track.
Most of these things can be small lies and, over time, can become big deceptions. Their partners just need to be patient when trying to understand Aries, and they become more open when they are comfortable and not judged.
When grounded emotionally, Aries will slow down their impulsivity and be able to communicate directly.
Géminis
Geminis are known to sometimes use half-truths as a way of communicating with others because of their flexible style of communication. To keep their conversations stimulating and/or exciting, they will tell little ‘white’ lies.
Their brain operates at a rapid pace due to their curiosity; therefore, when Geminis are telling a story, they can change it midstream without knowing how their story may be affecting their partner.
In a relationship, Geminis prefer to communicate indirectly because they do not want to hurt their partner’s feelings or create conflict. The majority of the time, Geminis do not intend to lie or deceive others.
Often, their lies come from a place of fear: fear of being boring or emotionally heavy. When Geminis feel safe to express themselves, they will be more honest. It is critical for Geminis to have a safe place to express their thoughts and feelings without concerns of judgment.
Libra
To avoid conflict, Libra is known for lying, as their primary focus is harmony. By misleading someone, they believe they will not disappoint the other person.
They will often tell small lies in an attempt to prevent feeling guilty or being in an uncomfortable situation. In romantic relationships, a Libra may appear to be perfect even when they feel confused or have no idea what they are doing.
The reason a Libra will tell smaller lies is to maintain the balance of their relationship, not to hurt someone else. If a Libra lies to avoid telling the truth, this may cause a partner to feel distant, as they may sense that something is wrong.
The more a Libra trusts their partner, the more honest they will become as a partner. An environment that promotes open communication will allow a Libra to gain the courage to speak openly and honestly about their true feelings.
Piscis
Pisces may lie to protect either their own or another’s emotions. They dislike confrontation, which may cause them to withdraw into fantasy when their reality is too heavy.
Sometimes they hide the truth because it is too painful to share. In relationships, this can manifest as ambiguous replies, avoidance of the emotional subjects, or giving false promises.
Their lies are typically rooted in fear rather than an intention to manipulate. When a Pisces feels safe and balanced, they will communicate with complete honesty and empathy.
They do best with partners who are compassionate toward their sensitivity and those who gently encourage them to remain connected to reality.
Sagittarius
Honesty characterizes Sagittarius, but when they experience constraint or entrapment, their outspokenness translates into deceitfulness. The need for freedom and a fear of conflict lead Sagittarius to keep things from others.
They embellish for entertainment value and as a means of combating boredom in life. Emotionally, Sagittarius struggles with being responsible toward others because they are unable to share their true intentions with someone unless they are committed to that person.
Sagittarius’s dishonesty is often rooted in the desire to maintain their independence. When they are treated with respect and without pressure, Sagittariuses can be very loyal and forthright.
For them to achieve this forthrightness, they need partners who allow them the freedom to be honest, regardless of whether or not the partner likes it.
Acuario
Most of the time, Aquarius will not be dishonest, but if they are, it is because they are emotionally untruthful, not factually. They may hide how they feel, they may detach from feelings, and they may pretend that everything is fine when in reality their heart is in turmoil.
They dislike being vulnerable in relationships and may avoid answering questions directly about what they feel. This can create confusion in relationships because the partner senses that Aquarius is distant from them.
The reason Aquarius lies is that they are scared to lose their independence or scared that they will be misinterpreted in a way that detracts from how Aquarius perceives themselves.
Aquarius can become honest as long as they feel emotionally safe and intellectually respected by their partner. It takes a great deal of patience and gentle communication for Aquarius to learn to express his or her truth without shutting down.
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