Instant Fact: How to Get the Truth out of Anyone!

Instant Fact: How To Get The Truth Out of Anyone!

Compiled By: John J. Webster

Never Be Lied To Again

By David J. Lieberman, Ph.D.

St. Martin’s Press, New York 1998

DD: 158.2

ISBN: 0-312-18634-7

Introduction:

In an ideal society there would be no need for lies. But we live in a world of deception. And whether you want to

play or not, you’re in the game. The question is, do you want to win?

I. Signs of Deception

Once you realize that you’re being lied to, should you confront the liar immediately? Usually not. The best

approach is to note the fact in your mind and continue with the conversation, trying to extract more information.

Once you confront someone who has lied to you, the tone of the conversation changes and gathering additional facts

becomes difficult. Therefore, wait until you have all the evidence you want and then decide whether to confront the

person at that time or hold off to figure how you can best use this insight to your advantage.

Section 1: Body Language

• The person will make little or no eye contact. A person who is lying to you will do

everything to avoid making eye contact.

• Physical expression will be limited, with few arm and hand movements. What arm and hand

movements are present will seem stiff, and mechanical. Hands, arm and legs pull in toward

the body; the individual takes up less space.

• His hand(s) may go up to his face or throat, especially to the mouth. But contact with his

body