1. Everyone Lies—Even You Erikson emphasizes that lying is a universal human behavior. While we often focus on others' dishonesty, Facebook·Paul Ekman, PhD
Using "prosocial" lies to maintain harmony and social bonds. The Psychology: Why We Do It
How to Tell If Someone Is Lying to You, According to Experts
Pop culture often suggests we can identify liars through simple "tells" like looking away or touching one's nose, but experts warn these are far from foolproof. Instead of a single "Pinocchio's nose," look for and deviations from a person's baseline . Paul Ekman, PhD's post - Facebook
The deep-seated need to belong often leads people to mirror others’ interests or inflate their own successes.