2. Lying
3. Why Do Lovers Lie?

Why Do Lovers Lie?

Why do husbands, wives, boyfriends and girlfriends lie to each other?

It’s not pleasant to think about being betrayed by someone you love. No one likes to think that a husband or wife may be lying, especially not in their own relationship.

And it’s probably safe to assume that everyone wants a close, romantic relationship that is built on openness, intimacy and trust.

But despite our best intentions, our close relationships do not always work that way. Often, our romantic relationships involve some secrecy and deception.

So, why do people lie to those they love?

The explanation offered is fairly detailed and lengthy. As such, we’ve also created an abbreviated version of it.

But, if you’re interested in the longer version, here’s an overview of the information covered:

• myths about romantic relationships
• human nature
  • evolution and human nature
  • human reasoning
    • psychological adaptations
    • behaving in context
    • thinking out of context
      • example – altruism
      • example – cravings
      • example – fear of snakes
• what it all means
  • telling the truth is necessary
  • lying is necessary too
    • opportunity to lie
    • need to deceive
• making the decision to lie
• romantic relationships are a paradox

Using the link on the right will take you through each page of this section....

•  Ways People Lie
• Myths about Relationships