Your Parents Lied to You —& Twitter Knows All About It
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People are sharing lies their parents told them on Twitter, and boy can we relate. The #LiesYourParentsToldYou has opened a Pandora’s box of what parenthood is about: love, patience, and lies.
While some of these lies could easily be justified (because let’s be honest, who would want a child to be awake all night long on Christmas waiting for Santa right at the door?) there are others that were absolutely mean (did your parents ever say, “come back here, I promise I won’t punish you” only to do just that?).
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Of course, honesty is key when raising kids. We as parents must be straightforward with our children and explain issues to them in practical, accessible ways. After all, knowledge is power; it can help kids make better choices for their futures, and even guide them to be more empathetic toward others. But sometimes, a lie can save you quite a headache when you’re fielding awkward questions — and it might even prevent kids from hurting themselves. That’s the funny thing about the #LiesYourParentsToldYou Twitter thread is: It pretty makes clear that sometimes, the best solution really is a tiny white lie.
However, a lie comes handy in everyday situations. How do you get your little one to eat vegetables or take a shower? Children can be very stubborn, and embellish the truth is just another way to convince them to obey.
Remember, as parents, we are not being deceitful. We just want you to do the right thing, whatever we think that is… #ParentsGotThePower.
Here are some of the funniest, cruelest lies Twitter has debunked. Does it sound familiar?
When I was younger, my dad told me not to swallow seeds or they’re grow in my body. And I believed it. #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/XQ9r36ZGi5
— Kesley ???? (@kesleyfg) June 21, 2019
Don’t swallow your gum or it will be stuck in your body for 7 years!!!?????? #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/agw73fZWVF
— I AM ?? (@ladykd_4) June 20, 2019
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When I was younger, my dad told me not to swallow seeds or they’re grow in my body. And I believed it. #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/XQ9r36ZGi5
— Kesley ???? (@kesleyfg) June 21, 2019
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“Come here. I’m not going to hit you.”
*hides spatula behind her back.*#LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/FUlnXA3Pxg
— Heather ?? (@Fight2Resist) June 21, 2019
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*at relative’s house*
“We’re going home in five minutes, hold on.”#LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/67h2gcCrO5— darshanie (@taeubaeful) June 20, 2019
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Parents: “We’ll think about it”
Me: “Thank you” *wanders off under the impression that my deepest desires are being carefully and consideratly weighed
Parents:… pic.twitter.com/J1jwmDqinE— Anthony Sinnott (@librarianth) June 20, 2019
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Don’t go outside with a wet head you’ll get pneumonia #LiesYourParentsToldYou
— Phil Dogg (@Philknowsbest) June 20, 2019
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There’s food at home #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/CMMVbKzgPm
— HughJass (@xHughJass) June 20, 2019
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“On the way back we can buy it” #LiesYourParentsToldYou
— College Student (@FactsOfSchool) June 20, 2019
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If you cross your eyes they’ll get stuck like that #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/93OLffgOFJ
— Patricia Lang (@Triciaa22) June 20, 2019
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Santa Claus, Tooth Fairy, Easter Bunny. The list is endless. #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/RyViVUy9vG
— Wicked74303 (@Wicked74303) June 20, 2019
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If you tell me the truth i wont be mad #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/pE5lG4s58C
— Arthur_irl (@demigod__sass) June 20, 2019
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“Driving a car with an interior light on is illegal.”
— Amanda (@Pandamoanimum) June 20, 2019
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“Your mom cuts your hair just as good as the salon.” #LiesYourParentsToldYou pic.twitter.com/kfOpLfd0JG
— Robin Baumgarten (@WGNRobin) June 20, 2019
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#LiesYourParentsToldYou kid: “I hate the crusts, can you cut them off?”
Mom: “No, all the nutrients are in the crusts.” pic.twitter.com/BNfSTZvCCH— Jess Daydreams (@jess_daydreams) June 20, 2019
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So, the truth is out. “Food at home” means plenty of leftovers. Seeds and gum aren’t that bad for you, but at the very least a stomachache is in order. And what about Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, and the Tooth Fairy? Don’t deny it—that’s part of the fun of being a kid.
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