How Do You Stop Telling White Lies?
• Admit you have a problem. It may sound cheesy, but it is. Admit to whoever you have told lies to that you’ve lied to them, and you’re trying to kick your habit of lying. • Realize why you lie. There are many reasons why someone would tell a lie. Maybe you were embarrased, scared, or did it for gain, say, to get more friends, or be popular. Run the list through your head of all the reasons you lie. • Understand. If you lie because you are embarrased, realize that everyone has the feeling. Lying makes it worse, and you have to tell lie after lie to cover up those white lies until you are buried so deep, you can’t get out. And you’ll still be embarrased in the end. Lying to get gain is a little different. If you feel like everyone hates you, or that you have no friends, talk to a close friend or family member, or even the school counsler. They’ll tell you lying about yourself, your family, and your possesions is not the way to go. Be the new you. Make a promise to yourself that you will
