India, Feb. 27 -- Honesty is one of the fundamental foundations of a relationship. It makes a safe space and nurtures trust. But this very trust is put at risk by lies. Telling a lie isn't always just about a major betrayal. Small fibs, here and there, may seem inconsequential, but each one chips away at trust, creating fractures over time and eventually to the point of no return.

Dr Marina Rosenthal, a couples therapist, took to Instagram to address what to say when a partner lies to you in different scenarios. She added, "The thing is, people do lie sometimes. Even your partner. Even if they love you. So responding in a way that is both firm and curious is key, because coming in hot will just get you a whole bunch of defensiveness and ...