Can a relationship recover from lying?
However, while difficult, rebuilding trust after lying is not impossible. It requires time, patience, and consistent effort from both parties involved.
Can a relationship still work after lying?
The bottom line. It's possible to rebuild a relationship after a breach of trust. Whether it's worth it depends on your relationship needs and whether you feel it's possible to trust your partner again. If you do decide to try repairing things, be prepared for things to take some time.
How much lying is acceptable in a relationship?
While some lying is normal, and can serve as a way to keep the peace or avoid hurting the other person's feelings, trying to cover up actions or telling repeated lies can undermine a relationship. The bottom line: Honesty is a healthier approach for a happy marriage.
Can you trust a partner who lies?
Regardless of what your partner was dishonest about, any lie from a loved one—big or small—can shake your sense of security and lead to trust issues. “The basics of any healthy relationship is trust,” Angie Sadhu, MS, LMFT, a therapist at Manhattan Marriage and Family Therapy, tells SELF.