A family member thinks I am lying about where I am going but I'm not, what should I do?
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Updated: May 29, 2022
keepgoing12
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May 18, 2018
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Try to give them evidence of where you are going, or offer to let them come with you if applicable, and try to let them find trust in your words before going out on your own
Anonymous
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May 19, 2018
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You should slowly work towards earning their trust. Check in on them to make sure they are ok and send them messages/ call them, informing them of what you are doing
Melissame
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May 23, 2018
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Calmly talk to the family member, tell them you've given no reason for them to not trust you. Ask them what their worries are, why, and offer solutions. They are probably just worried for you so try to remember that. You could give proof by taking a photo when you're there, having an alibi or even getting that family member to drop you off.
Anonymous
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May 23, 2018
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You should ensure them that you are not lying where you are going, that’s there’s no reason you would lie. Maybe by sending pics of where you are will let them trust you.
sunnyEmbrace
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May 25, 2018
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The best course of action if somebody disbelieves something you can prove, such as your location, is to show them you are trustworthy and telling the Truth. Rather than getting frustrated with them disbelieving you, tell them you'll call them when you get there, send them pictures to show where you are. After a few times, you should build enough trust for your family member to believe you without convincing.
Anonymous
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May 26, 2018
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Show them your Google maps location and take pictures? Siblings tend to tease each other so it could be you are being taunted, in which case try to ignore it. Hope you resolve it!
starryPeace49
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May 31, 2018
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This has happened to me before with my mom. I found it easiest to let her track my phone so she would always know where i was. This is also helpful in case I was in an accident and was not able to call out for help she would know where i was.
QuirkyGirlSparks
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Jun 1, 2018
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Assertively tell your family member that you are going out and you will see them when you come back home.
MidnightSea97
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Jun 9, 2018
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tell them in all honesty about where you're going. remind them that they know your character and the type of person you are including what you are capable of
calmingNight81
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Jun 15, 2018
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Talk to them. Try to understand why they think you're lying and try to understand their reasoning for that conclusion. Once you have those two things, try to resolve whatever misconceptions they have.
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