Discover how to turn your gut feelings about dishonesty into a reliable skill. Learn practical techniques to detect deception and make better judgment calls in every interaction.
The story
Ever get that feeling someone’s not being honest, but you can’t explain why? Yeah, me too. That’s your intuition talking – and it’s actually a skill you can develop.
I wrote Chapter 14 of “A Practical EmPath: Rewire Your Mind” to help people upgrade their truth-detection abilities. What I’ve learned is that it starts with pure observation. No jumping to conclusions. Just notice what’s happening.
Here’s a key insight: people’s actions show what matters to them. If someone values honesty, they’ll have strong reactions to dishonesty – whether they’re the one being dishonest or dealing with someone else who is.
I’ve found that real conversation is crucial too. Not just chitchat, but asking questions that get to the heart of things. When you truly listen without planning your response, people tend to reveal more truth.
Want to spot deception? Try some simple techniques like asking unexpected follow-up questions or having someone explain things in detail. It works better than relying on hunches alone.
I break down all these methods in Chapter 14. They’ve helped me make better decisions and have fewer “I should have known” moments. If you’re interested in developing these skills yourself, check it out. It might change how you see every interaction from now on.
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