Trust me, I lie

Can lies be justifiably used to improve communication? Only one part of communication is about getting the point across, the other crucial part is being believed. We can say whatever is on our mind, but if the information disseminated is not accepted because it is not credible, have we really communicated? “Trust me, I lie” may be the most paradoxically honest statement in the world. Everyone lies -- the difference is in the shade of the misinformation.In the spectrum of lies, the “white” lie is considered the least damaging but probably the most prolific in practice. We sell white lies to ourselves as a magnanimous effort on our parts to keep others from some presumed hurt that we feel the truth may inflict. Simple excuses to get out of a social engagement or display of appreciation for some unwanted favour or gift. Harmless in the face of it until those white lies graduate into a slightly darker shade and become broken promises.