Do you agree with Ericsson's definition of this lie?
I do agree with Ericsson's definitions of the different lies. First of all I thought there was just a lie and not so many different kinds of a lie. While reading I was thinking is there really this many types of lies and not just a plain old lie. Longer into the reading I notice that was very wrong. At the end of each definition I soon realized that I have seen that type of lie used at sometime. I really do agree with Ericsson's definition and I the one I like the best is the same as hers.
The best is the out-and-out lie which her little nephew breaks the fence and blames the murderers. This is something I see ever day with the kids that I teach. Usually at the end of class we play a game where they throw gloves at each other like dodgeball but on their knees instead of feet. Don't worry the kids are respectful each other and know one really gets hurt. While playing I see kids you get hit by a glove and when I call them out there are three classic responses. "I did not feel it!?!", "I hit (insert name here) too!", and "No I DIDN'T". The hardest part is when the 3.5-6 years old lie because who could argue with someone as little and cute as them.
Hi Haruki,
ReplyDeleteMost people don’t think about lies the way Ericsson categorizes and defines them. I think common consensus is that lying is bad, and yet as we read in this essay, most people tell lies daily, to themselves and others.
Why do you think Ericsson takes the time to define each lie? Is there an argument she’s making about lies?
What’s interesting is the way she goes about presenting her argument. In the end, she concludes that lies are not good for our society and that people should tell the truth; if she had just said this point, I don’t think her writing would be as powerful as it is. Actually analyzing each lie forces the reader to consider the multiple kinds of lies and how we are complicit in each.
The lies children tell can be endearing and are often innocent. At some point, though, they grow up…You have me thinking about “lies” like the Easter Bunny and the tooth fairy. What do you all think about the ways these lies function in society?
Thanks for your insights!
Lauren
Hello Haruki,
ReplyDeleteI also had the same experience that you did. I was under the impression of one kind of lie. I also did not realize that so many different lies existed. It was interesting to read the different kinds but at the same time was thinking is there really so many different kinds of lies. This articles helped me realize that there are many. Some are hurtful and some are unintentional.
Mandy Ericson
Hi Haruki,
ReplyDeleteI also agree with Ericcson's definition of lies. And, also found it very strange that there are so many different kinds of lies. Who would have thought there were different kinds of lies and definitions for each one of them? It's so true that children know when and how to lie at such an early age. They are so smart for such little things. I also can see how the children would respond in such ways when throwing the gloves "No I didn't". I can truely hear that. I have five children and they know how to start lying at early ages. Anyway, thanks for the new thoughts.
Dina
Hi Haruki-
ReplyDeleteI agree with most of the defintions also. Its funny that you mention the in and out lie about children. I have a five year old and she is constanly telling a lie about something so stupid, its not major or anything really worth lying about , I am trying to teach her that its pointless to tell a lie like that, and that eventually people might not take her serious. Even though sometimes its so funny because they swear on what they are saying and you know for a fact that they are lying. I think that its most common for kids when they are playing a game and do not want to be out and also when they think that they might get into trouble.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, it was nice to read.
Emily
Haruki,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about the thought that lies are just lies, I didn't realize how much ways we can lie. We deceive people in ways and not even think it's considered lying, for example, not providing full details and answers, or withholding information. Just because your not giving false information doesn't mean your still not lying.