Being lied to is an awful feeling. The emotions, the betrayal, and the experience can feel devastating. So why do people do it?! Listen in to The Three L's Podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks the anatomy of a lie. Why do people lie? Research suggests there are 9 common motives for telling a lie. Can you really spot a lie, are there tell-tale signs? The short answer-yes and no-it's complicated! And what exactly constitutes a pathological liar? There are some major contributing factors that go into pathologically lying and Rachel Ann is unpacking them on today's episode. Links to the articles used in today's show: https://www.healthline.com/health/pathological-liar#coping https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-tell-if-someone-is-lying/ https://www.paulekman.com/blog/why-do-people-lie-motives/amp/ Connect with Rachel Ann for media appearances, guest opportunities, thoughts, and topic requests! Instagram: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling ⠀ E-mail: [email protected] ⠀ ⠀ DISCLAIMER: The information provided IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT STRUCTURED IN A WAY TO PROVIDE MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY/ THERAPY/DIAGNOSING OF ANY KIND. YOU UNDERSTAND THAT RACHEL ANN DINE IS NOT PROVIDING INFORMATION AS YOUR TREATING MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR or MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment. We do not assume liability for any information provided. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app