I’ve been lying to my boyfriend of 7 months about being a college graduate

I’ve been lying about having a masters degree. I don’t have any degrees but I am in school now. It has been eating me up and I know I have to confess.

I lied because I’m ashamed but having created this lie has only made things worse. I was afraid of being assumed to be a loser, stupid and I wanted to seem impressive but I’m not. He’s an incredible person, he’s honest and I admire the man he is. and I hate to think that I have ruined this opportunity of love.
I hope he can forgive me and we can continue our relationship but I have lied to him about being a virgin too when we first started dating. he already knows the truth about that.

I dont have any other reasoning for feeling the need to lie but to recognize that I am a coward for not accepting myself. I have trouble being honest when it comes to how I represent myself.

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Ynotisay · M

What you wrote in this is what you need to say to him. And if he is an incredible person, he'll understand why you said it initially and, moreover, will recognize that you're an honest person with a moral compass.
That said...don't lie again. To him or anyone. There's other ways to handle situations. Lying is always wrong. It's better to stay silent. Good luck.

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@Ynotisay you will be surprised though at the number of people who lie about their qualifications and experience when they apply for jobs. It’s an eye opener.

Ynotisay · M

@SW-User No doubt. People lie. For sure. And once you cross that line it become easier. Catches them in the end though.

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novaguy2u · 70-79, M

@SW-User Even politicians do it.