Hancock says that the most interesting aspect of this research is that it's not the technology that makes people lie. The apps and social media platforms are just tools for people to do that. "It's easy to forget, but (most) people lie for a reason, and simply because a person is using a phone or a computer or a tablet to communicate doesn't make them more or less likely to lie," he explained. "Technology, much like deception itself, simply becomes a tool for accomplishing those goals."
#24 This Followed A Video Of Her Playing An Out Of Tune Bass Guitar And Singing Green Day. Before The Green Day Video Was Your Typical Thirst Trap, Booty Short Wearing, Squats In The Gym Ig Story
Keith Campbell, professor of the behavioral and brain sciences program at the University of Georgia, who researches the link between narcissism and social media, says that what we often refer to as narcissistic behavior online might just be people wanting to experience positive self-expression. "There's a little bit of bias about this behavior online, but it's really just putting your best foot forward, the same way you would if you were meeting someone at a party for the first time or going on a first date," Campbell said.
#27 He Sent Me The Video Literally Almost Two Years After We Went On One (1) Singular Date Where He Spoke A Total Of 20 Words To Me. Not So Shy After All
So, why do people do it? Why do they lie online, even if, sometimes, it's obvious that their claims are fake? The answer is it's all about boosting self-esteem or your brand. Most times, like in the examples in this list, it's pretty harmless. However, there have been cases where influencers took their lies way over the line.
A year ago, in April of 2023, bakery owner Kylie Allen complained about a rude customer. Internet sleuths soon came a-knocking and discovered that she lied about the supposed altercation. Turns out, the customer was right, as the picture on Allen's website was misleading. Netizens retaliated by flooding her bakery's Yelp page with negative reviews and made fun of her on TikTok relentlessly for weeks. A true example that even lying in the "outside world" has consequences.
