Dealing with a chronic liar exhausts and confuses you because, as sloppy as they can be, it’s not easy to spot them right away.
Mas eles fazer have patterns – the telltale signs which make it possible to catch them in the act.
Here are 10 clues that someone might be a chronic liar!
1. Their Stories Are Extreme and Inconsistent
Chronic liars almost always go big – way bigger than the situation calls for.
They might tell you about a tiny encounter but describe it as if they went through something huge, like a fight or abuse.
If they’re a shy person, they might suddenly brag about being sassy and clever in a confrontation, but always out of sight somehow.
Their stories rarely match up with who they truly are and what they’ve said before.
They have a chronic need to change details, add novo torções, and make their experiences sound more exciting than they really were.
Mostly, they do this to impress others or distract from the truth.
2. They’re Vague and Evasive
You might ask a direct question, but you’ll rarely get a direct answer.
They might give you a broad answer, but shy away from any specifics. When you press for more info, they might change the subjects or double down on the vagueness.
What they’re actually doing is trying to buy time in order to sort out their lies and figure out what they can say without getting caught.
Honest people are usually able to give straightforward answers.
However, if someone keeps dodging the question or changing their story, it’s a sign they might be a chronic liar.
3. They Over-Explain the Details
You’ve likely been in a situation or two where you had to tell a lie, so you know that we all tend to throw in some extra details to sound more convincing.
Well, this is what a chronic liar does all the time. They explain every tiny aspect of an event, even if no one cares.
They’ll make up elaborate stories about minor things just to sound convincing and to make their life seem more interesting.
Sometimes, chronic liars do this because they enjoy the power of deception. Their lies took time and creativity, so they can’t wait to share them.
Whatever the reason, the excessive detail isn’t natural, and it’s one of the main clues that someone might be lying.
4. They’re Too Charming
Chronic liars often come across as charming, and it’s usually just a front.
They’ll act very friendly, give compliments, and love-bomb you in an attempt to gain your trust. The point of it all is to get you to believe them.
Once they’ve got your trust, they feel more comfortable lying, since they know you won’t be as suspicious.
It’s important to be careful around people who are overly charming or try too hard to win you over; they often have an agenda.
Now, your liar friend might not cause any harm. These people mostly tend to lie because their instinct tells them to. They might not be doing it to harm anyone.
However, the emotional toll chronic lies take is real and shouldn’t be dismissed.
5. They Avoid Talking About the Past
Over time, lies tend to become too complicated to keep track of. That’s why chronic liars often dodge questions about their past.
When you ask about old stories they told you, they might change the subject or act evasive.
They know their mentiras vontade eventually clash and fall apart if they try to keep up with them.
Plus, they’ve likely contradicted themselves before, so talking about the past feels risky. Instead, they prefer to stay vague and pretend they don’t remember the details.
This avoidance is a major sign – they’re trying to protect their lies from being exposed.
6. They Gaslight
Gaslighting is a classic tactic used by chronic manipulators and liars.
They’ll try to make you doubt your memories and perception if you question their stories.
For instance, if you’ve caught them contradicting themselves and mixing up their lies, they will swear up and down that you’re wrong.
They do this to keep you off-balance, so they can continue lying without suspicion.
This might work the first few times, but after a while, it becomes a pattern, and you see it exactly for what it is.
If you notice them twisting facts, it’s a clear sign they’re trying to control the narrative.
7. They Pretend to Be Forgetful
When caught in a lie, a chronic liar might suddenly claim they forgot the details. It’s a convenient way to dodge responsibility and hide their lies.
They make up a big story, then a week later, act as if they can’t remember the specifics.
This forgetfulness is a tactic to avoid facing the consequences of lying. But it’s also a clear sign that they’re trying to cover their tracks.
If someone keeps claiming they forgot exciting events and stories that were once huge, they were probably lying all along.
8. They Get Defensive When Questioned
When you ask a chronic liar a tough question, they tend to get terribly defensive. In the worst cases, they can even get aggressive.
This happens because they panic when their lies are threatened.
They might lash out, cry, or accuse tu of lying.
When someone’s comfortable with the truth, there are no bad questions; they simply tell you how it is.
But when you question someone who’s losing themselves in their own mentiras, the response can be very emotional.
They need to protect their lies at all costs or admit the truth – and that’s never the option.
So, if you notice someone overreacting when questioned, it’s a pretty good sign they’re not being truthful.
9. Their Stories Keep Changing
This is perhaps the biggest giveaway of a chronic liar – they just can’t manter their story straight.
Many of them also tend to do the stupidest thing: They tell contradicting stories to people in the same social group. I guess they hope those people won’t talk among themselves?
Estes contradictions often happen simply because they forgot what they said first, or they adjust their story to new circumstances.
This makes the whole thing turn chaotic, and pretty soon, no one knows what’s real – not even the liar.
The more they tell their story, the more contradictory it becomes.
So, if you suspect someone might be a chronic liar, get some friends together and compare your stories. You’ll be surprised.
10. Their Explanations Are Overly Convoluted
Truth tends to be simple and straightforward.
However, that’s no fun for a chronic liar. They tend to make up stories and explanations that are overly complex and convoluted.
They tend to add layers of details and tangents just to confuse everyone.
This constant complexity is a sign that their story is made up.
When someone’s explanations feel like a maze, they’re not telling the truth. Liars do this to cover the gaps in their stories.
If you find yourself lost in someone’s tangled explanations, it’s time to question their honesty.
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