being a good liar

my favourite lie that i have told is that i'm a bad liar. in fact, i'm quite a good liar. the trick to being a good liar isn't in the lie itself. how am i a good liar? first, i'm honest. that might be counter-intuitive, but really one of the most important parts of lying is being trusted. second, i'm vulnerable. this puts their guard down, and makes them feel like i trust them, which inclines them to trust me. third, i'm reliable. again, this is about trust. if they feel they can rely and depend on me, they will be more likely to trust that what i say reliable.

to be a good liar, you have to be honest, vulnerable and reliable. you have to be a good friend.

yes, i am a good liar. because my lies are rare, and they don't hurt anyone. after all, my favourite lie is my only lie.