How to Tell if He is Lying

The signs of lying usually aren't this clear.

Few things are worse than being deceived by someone you care about. Whether you are in a serious, long-term relationship or just casually dating, you want to know you can trust him. While there is no foolproof way to tell if someone is lying, keeping your eyes peeled for a few signs will help you determine whether he's telling the truth.

Instructions

1. Pay attention to his body language. If he is excessively fidgety or jittery, he may be lying.

2. Watch for body temperature changes. If he's sweating more than normal, he could be nervous because he's lying.

3. Ask for specifics. Oftentimes, people talk in vague terms when they lie. Press him for specific details. If he's suddenly at a loss and doesn't have answers, he could be lying. If he provides details, listen for contradictions. Liars often have a hard time keeping their details consistent.

4. Look for any changes in normal speech patterns. When lying, people often deviate from normal speech. They may pause often, use different phrases, or talk faster or slower than normal. His vocal pitch may also change somewhat, becoming higher or lower.

5. Focus on his eyes. If he has trouble maintaining eye contact with you, he may be lying. When lying, people sometimes look around the room as if searching for answers.

6. Be wary if he suddenly changes the subject. When someone is lying, he is often uncomfortable and wants to change the subject. If he seem eager to get off a particular topic, he may be lying.

7. Wait a few days and then ask him to repeat the information again. It's often hard for those who lie to remember all the specifics they gave the first time. If his story doesn't match up, he's probably lying.

Tips & Warnings

• If someone is very smart, it's harder to tell if he is lying.

• Trust your gut. If you strongly feel like he's lying, he most likely is.

• Do not accuse him of lying immediately. Take a step back and observe his behavior and words before confronting him.