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
Joyce1030
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Oct 16, 2016
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If your not lying you have nothing to worry about. Just go along with your day. They obviously have trust issues. Is there anything you can do to make them trust you? Have you done someting in the past to make them mistrust you?
Anonymous
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Oct 20, 2016
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I'm sorry that you are in this situation. Family members can be tough. I would attempt to talk to the family member again and see what their concerns are and why they are having a tough time believing the truth. I would then address those underlying issues and then maybe they'll come around.
Phillyx
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Oct 22, 2016
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Tell them the exact details and show them proof that you are not lying and you are being honest to them
Anonymous
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Nov 4, 2016
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Explain to that person that you're indeed going out and if you're comfortable with it ,try taking that person along with you ,
Anonymous
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Nov 4, 2016
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Try assure them that you are going where you are saying. Get a friend that they know is honest to tell them.
SilentSerenityy
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Nov 11, 2016
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Maybe you could ask them why they distrust you so much, does it stem from something that happened in the past? Try to reassure them that you have no reason to lie about your whereabouts!
Anonymous
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Nov 12, 2016
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Have them drive you there snd pick you up after event. Then talk about trust when you get home so next time perhaps they will listen to you
peacefulForest28
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Nov 27, 2016
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Just keep letting them know you're not going to do anything bad and to give you trust at least don't question you before they actually know the results at the end of the day because they could be actually good results instead of bad give you some credit
CherishedDream
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Dec 1, 2016
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Stay Silent. Let them rant off and take yourself out of the situation. That way they cannot emotionally damage you.
CircleHettie
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Dec 10, 2016
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I personally feel that the best thing you can do is sit down with them a ask them calmly what it is that makes them think you are lying. It is important that they feel listened to in their concerns, but you must stand your ground and be very clear about how it makes you feel as well. Communication is key. Good luck!
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