EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 21 MIN
Ep. 29 Why Are They Lying to Me? (The Real Reason Your Partner Lies)
from Relating with Jen Funk: Getting Honest About the Relationships that Matter Most · host Jen Funk
Have you ever caught your partner in a lie and thought, why would they lie about THAT?Sometimes it’s not the big lies that hurt the most - it’s the small ones that don’t quite add up.“I already did it.”“It wasn’t that much.”“Nothing’s wrong.”Over time, those moments can create something really painful in a relationship: uncertainty.In this episode, we’re talking about why people lie in relationships, what’s actually behind it, and how those patterns impact trust and connection.We’ll also get into something that doesn’t get talked about enough - how the environment we create in our relationships can make honesty feel safer (or harder).And I’ll walk you through a few simple ways to start shifting that dynamic.This applies to your partner, your kids, your friendships - all of it.If something has felt “off” in your relationship, this episode will help you understand why - and what to do next.#relationships #trust #communication #marriage #podcastResources:Free Guide: 5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship TodayBrand new! - Get your Couples Gratitude Journal to help you start seeing the good in your relationship again!Free Weekly Newsletter: Sign Up HereHow to Work with Jen: jenfunkcoaching.comYouTube Channel: Relating with Jen Funk📱Instagram: @jenfunkcoaching 📘 Facebook: Jen Funk CoachingLike and follow for weekly relationship advice, marriage help, and coaching strategies to build relationships that last.
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Have you ever caught your partner in a lie and thought, why would they lie about THAT?Sometimes it’s not the big lies that hurt the most - it’s the small ones that don’t quite add up.“I already did it.”“It wasn’t that much.”“Nothing’s wrong.”Over time, those moments can create something really painful in a relationship: uncertainty.In this episode, we’re talking about why people lie in relationships, what’s actually behind it, and how those patterns impact trust and connection.We’ll also get into something that doesn’t get talked about enough - how the environment we create in our relationships can make honesty feel safer (or harder).And I’ll walk you through a few simple ways to start shifting that dynamic.This applies to your partner, your kids, your friendships - all of it.If something has felt “off” in your relationship, this episode will help you understand why - and what to do next.#relationships #trust #communication #marriage #podcastResources:Free Guide: 5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship TodayBrand new! - Get your Couples Gratitude Journal to help you start seeing the good in your relationship again!Free Weekly Newsletter: Sign Up HereHow to Work with Jen: jenfunkcoaching.comYouTube Channel: Relating with Jen Funk📱Instagram: @jenfunkcoaching 📘 Facebook: Jen Funk CoachingLike and follow for weekly relationship advice, marriage help, and coaching strategies to build relationships that last.
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