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turbo-1 said:I voted for the last choice. If someone habitually lies, the poll results are meaningless.
Scarface said:"Whattaya lookin' at? You're all a bunch of ****ing *****les. You know why? 'Cause you don't have the guts to be what you want to be. You need people like me. You need people like me so you can point your ****ing fingers, and say "that's the bad guy." So, what dat make you? Good? You're not good; you just know how to hide. Howda lie. Me, I don't have that problem. Me, I always tell the truth--even when I lie. So say goodnight to the bad guy. Come on; the last time you going to see a bad guy like this, let me tell ya. Come on, make way for the bad guy. There's a bad guy comin' through; you better get outta his way!" (Scarface - Tony Montana)
TheStatutoryApe said:I lie a lot. Including on internet polls.
dgtech said:Lies, like everything else, can also be a good thing, it all depends on the motivation and purpose, if by a lie you mean something that causes damage or has any negative effect
DaveC426913 said:The way I heard it expressed is thus:
There are times when it is acceptable to lie, when it is not a bad thing. The time when it is all right to lie to someone is if the person being lied to would thank you afterward.
For example: it is acceptable to lie to keep a secret about a surprise birthday party. The birthday subject might plausibly thank you for not ruining the surprise.
Proton Soup said:i think i lie to myself, mostly
Math Is Hard said:I lie about 3 times a day, but I'm trying to bring that number up.
By the way, I love what you've done with your hair!
Math Is Hard said:I lie about 3 times a day, but I'm trying to bring that number up.
By the way, I love what you've done with your hair!
In scientific terms, a lie can be defined as a deliberate false statement or action made with the intention to deceive or mislead others.
Psychologically, people may lie to avoid negative consequences, to protect themselves or others, or to gain personal benefits. Physiologically, lying can activate certain areas of the brain associated with emotion, decision making, and memory.
Yes, there are various scientific methods used to detect lies, such as polygraph tests, brain imaging, and linguistic analysis. However, these methods are not always accurate and can be influenced by a person's individual differences and ability to deceive.
Lying can damage trust and communication in relationships, leading to conflicts and breakdowns. In society, widespread lying can erode trust and create a culture of dishonesty, making it difficult to establish and maintain social norms.
While lying may be a natural human behavior, it is possible to control or reduce its frequency through self-awareness, honesty, and ethical values. Additionally, creating a culture of honesty and accountability can also discourage lying in individuals and society as a whole.