We all dream of bringing up our kids to be honest
individuals. Well, if not for the world outside, we at least expect them to be
totally truthful to us. But more often than not, we find them fibbing their way
out of everyday situations!
Why do kids
lie?
So why do kids have this tendency to lie? Actually the
answer is quite simple! They lie for the same reasons that we adults do!! There
could be different reasons-
To get
out of trouble- Kids might lie to cover up something, hoping
to avoid punishment or consequences. For eg.
Scared that mom might punish him for breaking an expensive vase, a kid
might say, “Mom, I did not break the vase.”
For
personal gain- Kids might lie to manipulate a situation or to
set up something. For eg. A kid might tell dad who does not know the routine,
“Mom always let me eat chocolates before dinner” hoping to get that candy bar,
he knows mom will never let him eat!
To
impress – Kids like to make things up and hence exaggerate stories and
try to impress others. For eg. A kid saying to his friend, “I caught a big fish
last Sunday when I went fishing with dad, it was as big our boat.”
To protect someone- They might lie to protect a loved sibling, or
friend.
