Lying is human. We all do it—for protection, gain, approval, or just to avoid awkward sh*t. But the reasons behind lies run way deeper than most people realize. From white lies to straight-up fiction, the psychology of lying explains why people do it, how the brain gets better at it, and the signs to watch for when someone’s not telling the truth. Because sometimes, the lie isn’t the biggest problem—it’s the damage it leaves behind.
