How to Understand That You Are Being Lied to: 5 Signs That Will Help You Recognize Lies

26.02.2024 15:24

If you don't want to be deceived, don't forget the importance of observing the body language of your interlocutor.

In this article, we have compiled some of the most common signs of lying.

1. Avoiding eye contact

Liars often try not to look their interlocutor in the eye to avoid suspicion.

2. Hands touch the face, neck and mouth

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Touching the face, neck or mouth can be a sign that a person is lying. This may be because liars subconsciously try to hide their true emotions and thoughts.

3. Slow reaction

If a person reacts to your words or actions more slowly than usual, it may be a sign that he or she is lying or hiding something.

4. Mismatch between words and gestures

Gestures can give away a lie. A clear example of this is when a person says "I love you" but frowns. It is unlikely that his words correspond to his true feelings.

5. Using humor or sarcasm

Some people use humor or sarcasm to change the subject of a conversation and avoid being caught out.

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Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Internet resource editor