In this gripping episode of the Secret Life Podcast, Brianne Davis-Gantt pulls back the curtain on the deceptive world of liars, sharing her personal encounters with the spectrums of dishonesty. From the natural liar, whose falsehoods are a coping mechanism, to the pathological liar, who believes their own fabrications, and the chilling psychopath, whose lies are tools of manipulation, Brianne dissects the motivations and behaviors that define these deceivers.

Through her exploration, Brianne reflects on her past as a "natural liar," the survival tactics born from low self-worth and trauma. She provides a compelling analysis of how liars operate, employing vague generalities, inconsistent stories, and a lack of accountability that can wreak havoc on their lives and those around them.

Listeners are given a front-row seat to the telltale signs of a liar, the rush they get from deception, and the complex reasons behind their behavior, including dysfunctional family backgrounds and various personality disorders. Brianne doesn't just leave us in the darkness of deceit; she offers a light of hope with strategies for dealing with liars, from building a case with concrete facts to the difficult decision of when to cut ties and move on.

This episode is a powerful reminder that while liars can be convincing, we have the strength to recognize the truth, set boundaries, and ultimately, forgive ourselves for being misled. Join Brianne as she guides us through the maze of lies and out into the clarity of truth and self-trust.

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Episode Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to the episode's theme of liars

(02:00) Brianne's personal struggle with liars and her own past as a liar

(05:20) The three types of liars and their characteristics

(09:45) The signs and behaviors of a pathological liar

(14:10) The reasons behind why someone becomes a liar

(18:30) How to deal with liars and build a case against their falsehoods

(23:55) The importance of support and setting realistic goals with liars

(28:40) Knowing when to cut ties with a liar and how to heal from the experience

(33:25) Rebuilding intuition and trust after being affected by a liar

(38:00) Closing thoughts and an invitation for topic suggestions

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