Why do guys feel they have to lie?
142889
I think that guys feel that they have to lie because they dont feel to comfortable about themselves and they want to impress the girl. It's like if their with their friends and they want to make a cool impression without changing the guy stereotype which is to a bunch of women that all men are dogs which is'nt true. Yes some guys are ass holes but I mean a woman can be a bitch. It's like the stereotype for women that their all manipulative which is also not true. Their not all after your money. Hell cant a woman just like you. But.. back to the origional thing why guys lie; guys seem to lie more and more to impress they dont want to let the girl down and sure lying isnt the best way to make a good impression and I'm not even going to try and back that up but hey were not all perfect. If you feel like the guys lying to you confront him, I know it's not always the easy thing to do but you want someone nice and it's not "nice" to lie so their you have it. If he admits to lying the best thing to do is give a second chance. If he does it again you have every right to kick his but right out that door just tell him "Watch your step on the way out of my life." and leave him.
26038
I think it depends on an individuals personality.  Some lie because they may be afraid of the other persons/peoples reaction.  Maybe the fear of being disliked.  Others may lie and give quick answers cause they don't feel like explaining themselves or the whole story.  I think alot of people do it even unintentionally and it becomes a habit.
1104069
In truth, we are usually set up to fail! \n\nNow calm down ladies! I'm not defending the male species as a whole! Most of us are just dogs.\n\nMen lie for a variety of reasons, but the most common is to protect the one that they are lying to. I know that this sounds incredulous, but is th truth!
318998
Sometimes you have to lie to save peoples feelings. Other times you lie to save your neck. As long as it doesnt cause major problems or hurt someone its no big deal. I lie on this all the time...who cares? Noone knows me
844976
yes, but the next question.....why are they lying?  to save your feelings.....
78696
When a guy lies! That is the worst thing you can do. Or, the fact that most men lack communication skills! Just say what you feel! Is it so hard?
633213
any woman who says they dont they are lying!!!! yes we do and its just because we either want the man to hurry or just to make the men feel they are actually pleasing us
934906
To tell you the truth, we have to be, we can't let our true feelings or emotions surface. If we do then were not considered stong, rather, people see a man do this and seem to lose respect for him. It's the world, even you ladies find it bad if we do any thing of the sort. And believe me, when it comes to us gentlemen, we pay the price for it.
309353
There are two types of liars; those who lie because they are selfish and will lie to get what they want regardless, and those who feel telling the truth may cause pain and greater anguish to those around them. Lying is unfortunately a part of human nature. I think we've all told a lie at some point in  our lives, even if it is a small one. But, what people need to remember is, is the lie going to do more damage than good.
1112045
They do that to weaken your defenses and give in to their evil agenda which is to get you laid. So be smart and don't be fooled. Be more keen on looking for  consistent actions that affirm his words before you ever think of believing each word he says. It's always wise  to be cautious.Men can be very deceitful and insensitive. Some will even walk away and not look back pretending he doesn't have any idea how devastated you are.
319520
Be honest. You shouldn't pretend to feel something that you don't. Even though you know that it will hurt him, it is better that he knows how things really stand. Maybe you will never love him, then he will feel hurt AND betrayed that you lied to him too. Do you really want to hurt him that way? Plus if you lie to him, how can you be true to yourself. It is so unsatisfying to live a lie. Good luck
592332
men dont lie all the time and you just need to find the right one one day
618935
To the "girls" who have answered the question by bringing in the lying statistics of men and EQUATING men's lies with women's, your answers THEMSELVES amount to lies.\n\nThe question SPECIFICALLY asked if girls lie a lot.  The answer is, in a word, "absolutely."  The reason why they've been able to maintain a low profile is because they benefit from the "sugar and spice and everything nice" characterization society gives them while simultaneously maintain an ACTIVE propaganda campaign which maligns men by overemphasizing their lying patterns.  \n\nThis double standard, if you will, is reinforced by the b_tch media outlets such as TV and magazines, in which women are portrayed as as honest, or if they do lie, they do so with justification or they lie is celebrated in some other sexualized way.\n\nCall it like you see it, and you're labeled a misogynist.  So the tendency is to keep your mouth shut and "take it like a man."\n\nThis is life in the 21st century - get used to it.
1134705
Well you shouldn't be lying in the first place. It has been my experience that the truth alway's comes out. It is the nature of truth to come out and if you have to lie, be prepared when you least expect it, for the truth to come out.
42828
Honestly, only you know the answer to that question because many guys have different signs that show they are lieing. If you know your guy then you should be able to tell if he's lieing or not. Have you ever caught him in a lie before and if so did you study his facial expressions or body movements or even his reactions? For example, When my ex would lie he suddenly became very deffensive and thats how I knew. Remember, every man is different so just study the difference in yours. Good Luck!
15334
It's time to find a new boyfriend if he's telling you lies.  Find someone that appreciates you, and respects you enough to not lie to you.
1166939
I'm sorry. My boyfriend has the same problem. You might be insecure about  whatever you are lying about. When you are about to tell a lie, recognize what you are feeling just before you do. Each time you catch yourself it gets easier to reject the feeling that comes up that makes you want to lie.