6 Ways To Tell When A Guy Is Lying To You

Let’s be real here. We’ve all told lies before. Even though lying can sometimes help you get out of dire situations, it isn’t always the right way to handle things. Usually, when the truth of the matter comes to light, things that can get very messy. Lying in relationships is no exception. However, a relationship built on lies is always a recipe for disaster. Now, not every guy will lie to you about big things. Sometimes the little lies could be the worst offence he’s guilty of  but there are some who are dishonest at their core and can’t help but to deceive you at every possible turn. While it’s impossible to notice liars from the beginning, there are some warning signs that he’s being dishonest that you should look out for. Here are 6 of those signs.

 HE OFFERS FEW DETAILS

Most guys tend to recognise that when they lie, less is more. Those that don’t know it tend to figure it out quickly. If he’s lying, he’s going to say as little as possible and try not to get dragged down with too many details. To be fair, some of this depends on his personality. If he’s quiet and reserved and usually doesn’t share a lot of details, don’t assume he’s always lying. But if a guy who’s usually verbal stops offering much, there’s probably a reason why. Odds are, he’s either lying or leaving something out.

HE REPEATS HIMSELF

A lot of guys try to be competent with their words. They say things once and feel no need to repeat themselves. That can change when a guy is lying. If he’s trying to get you to believe a lie, he’ll keep saying it with the hope that the repetition will convince you. This type of behaviour is a little out of character for most guys, which is a reason to be suspicious.

THE STORY CONSTANTLY CHANGES

If he keeps telling the same story, pay close attention to see if any of the details change. The thing about lying is that it requires creativity because you’re not just recounting events that actually happened. That can make it difficult to remain consistent. Even little changes in the story can tip a guy’s hand that he’s lying.

HE LOOKS FOR AN ESCAPE

Lying is a little bit like committing a crime. Most guys know better than to hang around the scene after the act. When a guy lies, he’ll do his best to escape the situation. Sometimes this just means changing the subject, but it could also mean leaving the room after delivering his lie. Watch out for guys who are eager to get away because they may have just been dishonest.

HIS SMILE LOOKS DIFFERENT

I think we all know that not every smile means the same thing. If you know him well, you should know what his smile looks like when he’s genuinely happy. This smile is probably different from the smirk or nervous smile he gives to cover up the fact that he’s lying. It can be a subtle difference, but most men have a sly and sneaky smile they accidentally show when they lie.

THERE’S A SERIOUS LACK OF EYE CONTACT

If you Google it, there’s some science behind this one. People who know they’re lying typically try to avoid making eye contact. Again, this can depend on the individual, but if he’s usually good with eye contact and suddenly stops, there’s usually a reason behind it.