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Why Do People Lie Even When They Don’t Have To? | Human Psychology Explained


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Why do people tell lies that seem completely unnecessary?
In this eye-opening episode, we explore the hidden psychology behind everyday deception—from white lies meant to protect self-image to deeper patterns linked to trauma and personality disorders.

You’ll discover:

  • Why people lie to avoid judgment or rejection

  • How lies can preserve social harmony or self-esteem

  • The difference between compulsive and pathological lying

  • How disorders like narcissism, sociopathy, and borderline personality can drive chronic dishonesty

  • And why, for some, lying becomes a survival reflex rooted in childhood trauma

Whether you’ve been lied to or caught yourself bending the truth this episode will shift your perspective and help you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.

🔍 A Smart Curiosity Original – uncovering the truth behind human behavior.

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