The Ways We Lie

Lying as we know can be very deceitful. Although as human beings, it is in our nature to tell lies as often as every day, it is common that we do not realize that we tell these lies. Why is it that we don't realize how much we lie ? Often times we as humans are asked to do things we do not want to. Whether it’s going to a friend’s basketball game, or giving a friend a ride, to get out of doing these things we usually lie. As little as the situation, we use little white lies to create a sense of deception so the person we are lying to leaves us alone. Lying is not always a used to hurt or manipulate, but sometimes used to distract or redirect for the greater good. Immanuel Kant was a German philosopher who was a very prominent figure …show more content…
Ericsson believes that even though we do tend to lies it doesn't make us bad people. She believes that even though telling the truth is the right thing to do it is not realistic to do all of the time. Often times people do not tell the truth because they might fear the consequences so they use lies to cover up. “A friend called and said they wanted to take me to lunch and I said I was busy. While this little white lie didn't cause any harm, it was used as a way to make your friend think you did something else when you really don't want to go. Often times this is a position we get caught in. Even Though this may seem like an easy way out I do not agree with this method of telling someone no. Giving someone the satisfaction that you are being truthful with them is better to me than making them think you are doing something …show more content…
Technology can influence lying because while you are having a conversation with someone over a device, there is always a barrier between you and the other person which makes it easier to lie. Statistics show that communicating over the phone is the most dishonest way of communication, while email and resumes are the most honest way of communicating. A common question that could be asked is, why are certain methods of communication more honest than others ? Many people feel as though resumes and emails are formal ways of communication and they should be written with thorough consideration of who’s reading. I feel as though technology allows people to second guess themselves on telling the truth. For example if someone were you ask you if you wanted to go out over the phone it would be easy to lie because you have time to come up with an excuse, however, if you were face to face it would be harder because there is no