Surrounded by Liars : How to Stop Lies and Half-truths Ruining Your Life

Studies suggest two people who have never met before will tell three lies within the first five minutes. Astonishing, yes. But why do people lie ? And how can you spot deception before it hurts you ?

In Surrounded by Liars, behavioural expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson unpacks the psychology of lying and how dishonesty affects our relationships, confidence and decision-making. Using his signature four-colour model, he explains how different personality types lie - and how you can detect their tactics.

You’ll learn how to : recognise subtle cues and half-truths, understand the motives behind common lies, confront dishonesty with calm and clarity and protect yourself from emotional manipulation.