“To catch a liar, just ask two questions…”

This type of phrase circulates widely on social media, but there is no solid historical record of Einstein ever making that exact statement. His name is often used to lend authority to modern psychological advice.

However, beyond the attribution, the idea is based on real principles of behavioral psychology.

To detect a liar, ask these 2 questions.
By Special Editorial Staff | Psychology and Communication

Detecting a lie doesn’t depend on magical intuition, but on observing consistency.

Studies on deception show that lying requires a greater cognitive load than telling the truth. A liar must:

Invent details.
Maintain temporal consistency.
Remember what you already said.
Control your body language.
That opens a door.

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This type of phrase circulates widely on social media, but there is no solid historical record of Einstein ever making that exact statement. His name is often used to lend authority to modern psychological advice.

However, beyond the attribution, the idea is based on real principles of behavioral psychology.

To detect a liar, ask these 2 questions.
By Special Editorial Staff | Psychology and Communication

Detecting a lie doesn’t depend on magical intuition, but on observing consistency.

Studies on deception show that lying requires a greater cognitive load than telling the truth. A liar must:

Invent details.
Maintain temporal consistency.
Remember what you already said.
Control your body language.
That opens a door.