[E239] Replay Let's Talk About Lying with Robyn Gobbel

About this episode

This episode discusses the reasons behind children's lying and how it relates to fear and safety.

Why do kids lie, even when the truth would have been easier? This week, we’re replaying an oldie but a goodie: Let's Talk About Lying with Robyn Gobbel. Lying is usually about fear and felt safety, not character. This one will change how you respond.

People in this episode

Host: Empowered to Connect

Guest: Robyn Gobbel

Topics covered

• lying
• child behavior
• parenting
• fear
• safety

Keywords

• lying
• children
• parenting
• fear
• safety
• truth
• behavior

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