In homes where there are special rules, children do not tell even ‘ant-like’ lies.

fear based discipline

when you discipline If you scare the child to keep it, the result can be fatal. When the child feels afraid of you, then he/she may try to hide the truth from you. Yelling at the child, scaring him/her or punishing him/her can force him/her to lie. Explain to the child that it is important for you for him/her to tell the truth and be honest.

don’t aim high

When you give the child higher goals than his/her capability, then he/she will feel burdened and start lying to you. he/she will feel that if he/she tells you the truth, you will be disappointed or angry at him/her. to avoid this baby lying Starts. For example, he/she may tell you that he/she has done his/her homework or that he/she has got high marks in the exam.

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lie to yourself

Children watch their parents very closely and learn by watching them. If you lie to the child or even tell a small lie in front of him/her, he/she will feel that this is all right and can be done in some circumstances. If you are wrong, admit it and be transparent with your child.

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Don’t ignore his/her feelings

When a child feels that his/her feelings or thoughts are being ignored, he/she may learn to hide his/her true feelings. You should listen to the child and give importance to his/her feelings. When the child feels that he/she is listened to at home, then he/she will be able to express his/her views openly and there will be no need to lie.

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praise good quality

When your child speaks the truth or shows honesty, you must praise him/her. This will make the child feel that you value his/her feelings and he/she will understand that he/she gets praise for doing good work. Explain to the child the importance of being honest through stories and examples.