what to do about lying friends??
477274
She might not know she is doing this consciously.  She must really need a lot of attention and this is how she feels she can get some.  Just calmly and rationally ask her about some details that you heard from others that she didn't tell you about.  Unfortunately, this will catch up with her and she will reap what she is sowing.
560209
Before you do anything,find out the truth.Either of them could have been lying.If it turns out your friend lied ,apologize to your now ex and dump the friend.
1173418
get someone to feed them some false information (or do it yourself) but something that they could believe, something small and trivial. if you hear the stuff that you made up back from someone else then you'll know. people can be really jealous of others and unless you hear the same thing from two people that don't know each other then i suggest that you take it with a grain of salt.\ntry the suggestion above, it works. a real friend should come right to you and tell you. or keep your trust.
235342
go with your gut feeling to be on the safe side. usually that feeling is right. if you feel that strongly about someone lying to you, definatly confront them and talk it out. yes that persons going to get upset and deffensive but you have the right to know if you suspect something going on behind your back.
512126
First I would confront them about the lies and give them a chance to own up. Some people have a habit of lying because they have low self esteem. They don't mean any harm they just inadvertently cause it sometimes.\n  But if she is maliciously lying and/or trying to cover her a*s you should get rid of her. She could do more harm than good.
190378
Lies are always the worst course of action, ALWAYS.  So, what do you do?  You have to accept it.  You lied to her and there's no way to erase it.  Apologize to her.  Tell her you know that it was wrong to lie to her and that you're very sorry.  Try to explain to her why you lied.  Don't make it about how you were afraid of her reaction -- make it about how you were too cowardly to stand up and be honest.  She'll appreciate that more, but if she doesn't want to hear it don't force it on her.  Tell her that you understand why she needed to break off the relationship, but that you still love her and you will do everything you possibly can to rebuild the trust in your relationship, even if it is just to have the possibility of having a best friend in her because she is worth it.  Then DO it.  Let her vent to you about if she needs to... if she snaps and says something cruel and hard to take like, "It's too bad you're such a liar..."  Even though it makes you feel indignant and unfairly judged, don't react to it.  You broke her heart and to her heart, you are a liar...   Apologize if she does that, and tell her you never meant to hurt her, you were just afraid you weren't up to her standards... \n\nEtc, etc, etc...   Oh, and don't do any of this if you're not genuine (i.e. a liar).  She doesn't deserve any more heartbreak...
1015397
there is nothing u can do but try to catch them out in the lie, a compulsive lier doesnt just stop they have to go thro years of therapy
320405
Looks like you have a problem.  If he is not going to the police and press charges it might be best to just leave it alone.  If this person is in your office, do not add more fuel to the fire by denying what is a lie.  A lie can not have legs unless you give them legs.  You have I suppose stated you did not steel anything, and that is the end of the issue.  There can be no proof, cause you have nothing that he can prove you have done.\n\nI would distant myself from him.  Make sure you protect yourself, so as he does not try to set you up in one way or another.  \n\nIf there is a superior you can go to have him put a stop to his actions at least at work.\n\nThose that know and love you will take you at face value.  Do not disappoint them. Stay true to yourself and get on with your life.  Those of your relationships that would believe a lie, then let them go.  as they say, "friends like that you don't need."  Make new ones.\n\nBy the way, I am taking you at face value and believe you.  Now walk in the truth and put the lie behind you.
244618
Just be silent and find out what they are all about.  Just listen.  If you truly want to be their friend, you will not impose your ideas upon them if they don't want to accept them.  You will just have to leave it at that, let go and let God.
42591
Hmm...tough question.  I would talk to your friend about it.  Tell her not to put you in the position to lie for her.  It's her decision and it's a bad one.  Tell her if she won't stop for you, she should stop for her own health.  If she still doesn't stop after that, you should probably tell someone, even if she gets mad at you.  It's for her your own good.  I know it's hard, but it will help her more that hurt her.
733592
as she's your friend, you should'nt lie to her. once you lie, you have to cover it up with a bigger lie and you'll soon get into trouble.
656181
good on you for telling her off.\nThey are probably continuing more discreetly.\nFace it, they both lied to you until you found them out.
560388
Ignore it. \nIf any one ask you about the rumor just say it is not true, and you don't have time for that kind of talk... ignore them... people who like rumors like to see people get mad and affected about what they've said... if you act like you don't care, they will eventually stop picking on you.
196582
Take the high road each and every time.  If you succumb to these rumors, you will have lost already.  If you come across someone who's acting weird or evasive probably because of these rumors, ask them straight out and persuade them to talk about it ("perhaps you've heard something about me?...) in a non-confrontational manner.  Tell them that you would be more than happy to clear it up and would entertain their queries which you would appreciate because it's something that you could respond to having been said to your face. If you know who started the rumors, you can do this same tactic also.  This usually makes them apologetic because they can't take full frontal frankness.
646787
my school is rumor/bullshit central .. so i know EXACTLY what you`re talking about .. what you do is basically just ignore them .. you know what the truth is .. if they dont believe you then thats their problem, dont let it ruin your school days .. theyre already bad enough because of work and teachers themselves .. lol, anyways .. hope that helps
381015
first calm down. 2nd apologize..and explain that whatever it is you meant was taken the wrong way. If they are really your friends they will hear you out.\nxoxo
107408
Get to know them.  Try trusting them with little secrets, that if the information got out, you would not be embarrased.  Then wait and see if other friends find out what you shared with your new friend.  If they pass several of the small tests, try telling them something more important.  PLus, ask them questions you can verify.  If they tell you the truth, it is more likely they can be trusted.\n\nProceed slowly, trust must be earned!