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What should I do if people think I am lying?

Profile: UnknownAngel
UnknownAngel on Nov 14, 2020
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One thing that you can do is to try to explain the truth to that person or the people who think that you are lying about something. You can try to explain the truth to them as a group or individually. See if that will help and see if they will listen that way. or you can try showing them or that person that you are not lying with so type or kind of evidence if you have some or any. Maybe that will help them understand the situation better. You can keep trying these ways to help with things.
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Profile: listenerfriend08
listenerfriend08 on Nov 14, 2020
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I will measure them about my thoughts and help them understand what is going on with my life. I know myself and I dont have to prove anything to others. I know that regardless of what other people say I am good and I can do it. Just take a deep breath make sure you know yourself and move on with your life . where is no point of fixating on things that you cant change and there no point on fixating on things that aren't beneficial or positive. always keep your head up and make sure you know yourself. dont put yourself down because someone thinks less of you
Profile: dtanushree
dtanushree on Dec 13, 2020
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People are thinking that you are lying means that what they assume as to be the truth is different from the truth you've told them. If these people are close to you then you can try to sort out the issue by communicating to them. May be asking open ended questions like What makes them think that you're lying? How is your truth different from theirs? What was the reason of them thinking that you are lying? If these people are someone not so close and generally some random people with their point of views then unfortunately we can't change everyone's assumptions. They might be beleiving something else as the truth. But simply someone's opinion can't change the truth so, if you believe that you haven't lied then i am so proud of you. Thank you so much for speaking the truth. :)
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 16, 2020
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This is an interesting question. What you do when people think you are lying depends on what outcome you are trying to achieve. Is it important to you that they realize you are not lying? If so, it may help to provide evidence to substantiate that you are, in fact, telling the truth. However, this can prove a futile and exhausting path if they are not convinced or simply want to believe what they want to believe. It can also be a slippery slope, and you want to make sure you are not getting roped into substantiating every single statement you make (because if you had to do that, it would be very difficult for you to accomplish anything you wanted to get done). Another option, if you want them to recognize you're not lying, is to question them and help them to see the weak points in their reasoning. This can be done by following logic, for example: "I told you I was going to the store, you watched me leave. Then I came back with goods from the store. What makes you believe I did not go to the store?" This will also help you track their reasoning so that you can see what is leading them to believe you are lying. Yet another option, if you do not care one way or another whether they thing you are lying is to simply not act or respond, and allow them to think whatever they think. This is the least effort intensive option, but it may not be the one which accomplishes your goals. All in all, to know what you should do, it would help to identify what your goals are, so you can determine the best course of action.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 17, 2020
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Try to be as non-judgemental as possible. There may be reasons why they feel you are lying. Maybe it might be good to explain yourself further however it depends on the context of the scenario. It is necessary to consider not only your own opinions but also the opinions of the other person. If there is a genuine concern ie. you think you need to report an issue, it is important to stand your ground but also be aware that you may need to explain yourself more clearly. Communication and clarification is key in this particular circumstance. As previously mentioned it depends on the context.
Profile: GoldieHeart4
GoldieHeart4 on Dec 29, 2020
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Clarify and ask why they feel that way. There must be a reason why they would feel that I am being untruthful- so it would be best to dispel that unrest. Why do you believe that I am lying? How can I improve the tone of my words, for better clarity in my speech? When someone lies to you, how do you typically know? I would ask a few questions to better understand their viewpoint- there are a multitude of reasons why someone might think that I’m being untruthful, and I shouldn’t immediately take offense. Insecurity, self esteem, or past experience can contribute to the feelings of mistrust towards another person, and I can only hope to gain their trust in small steps.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 29, 2021
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Being taken for as a lier when you're telling the truth can be quite a frustrating thing. It's important to show just how truthful you're trying to be. Such as: stating that you wouldn't lie during certain scenarios, take into consideration why lying would initially be used during certain scenarios, and giving grounds on why you would be telling the truth. Being open and honest is very important, especially during communication. Your word may become muddied in translation, but try to be as open as possible so your words do not get taken into another light. You ultimately know what you mean, make sure others know that too.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 5, 2021
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Explain and think from their shoes.
Profile: strawberryfriend11
strawberryfriend11 on Mar 31, 2021
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I think if this were to happen one should first hear the person out and then reassure them that you’re not lying. Meaning, I would say something like “I understand why you feel that way (insert why they think you’re lying) but I assure you I mean everything I said. I’m here for you and want to help in any way I can”. I feel this is the best way to show someone you understand them and that you do care, which means you’re not lying. Making sure they know you understand is especially important because that’s what really shows that you’re not faking it.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Apr 17, 2021
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It is difficult when people think you are not telling the truth, but sometimes it does not help to get caught up in their opinion. Trying to justify yourself can make things worse, as it puts you in a defensive position. If you have not lied, sometimes just saying so with no further explanation is all that is needed. If it is just a misunderstanding, offering a reasonable explanation may set things straight, but if that person has already labelled you a liar, you may be wasting energy trying to prove yourself. You should not have to convince people of the truth.
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