Some people talk faster than normal or give too much eye contact to overcompensate for a lie. Rehearse in front of a mirror or a friend to get the most natural delivery you can.

Liars may probe with repetitive information and their spoken words may be weaker at the start and end of a statement as they try to read their listener to see if their lie is being believed. Repetition may be difficult to read especially if using a cellphone as coverage may become spotty and cause repetition.

Both honest and deceitful people use pauses in speech, so this will be a difficult factor to detect without proper context.

Some people enjoy the thrill of lying and do not show shame or remorse. Lying is not a socially acceptable activity, so it is all right if you do not get any joy from what you are doing and find it difficult to commit.

But it is best to be honest and it is never too late for it. For example, you can tell your partner directly that you have not been honest about some things. [21] X Research source You can rectify a situation by being honest. [22] X Research source