What They’re Lying About, Based On Their Zodiac Sign

ARIES

Aries will have you thinking that they can do it all. If you ask them to take on another responsibility, they’ll often say yes regardless of whether or not they actually have the space for it. Don’t believe them when they say they can handle everything you throw at them—they need more help than they let on.

TAURUS

Tauruses love deeper than most, which also causes them to feel intense jealousy when they see somebody from their past having a good time without them. They will lie, telling you that their ex’s happy Instagram post didn’t bother them, and then think about it obsessively for the rest of the day. Bring them back into the present with you.

GEMINI

Gemini are good at distracting you from the reality of a situation. When they’re upset, they’ll point to one thing as being the cause when it’s really something deeper, more sensitive to the touch. It can be difficult for them to practice vulnerability, so they’ll lead you astray in order to avoid it. Encourage shared tenderness and honesty with them.

CANCER

Cancers are notorious for saying “I’m fine” when they aren’t. It may seem like they’re being deceitful on purpose, trying to misdirect you or shy away from being open, but they’ve just learned that to deal with things alone is easier than letting someone in. Make sure they know you’re a safe place to land. They will thaw with a little care.

LEO

Leos will often unconsciously turn to little white lies in times of stress or anxiety. Nothing terribly specific or serious, of course, but tiny fibs will add up, making them seem like a person that can’t be trusted. Don’t give up on them. If your Leo seems antsy, shying away from reality, talk to them before picking any fights that will make the situation worse.

VIRGO

Virgos are typically bad liars. Not ones to beat around the bush, they prefer to be upfront about their feelings and address problems head on. A Virgo will turn to lying, however, when they feel that their current situation—job, relationship, or otherwise—is coming to an end. Virgos can handle change, but they hate the transition period enough to lie and prolong it.

LIBRA

Libras are such social creatures that they hate to create waves when it isn’t necessary. If a Libra meets someone new and is pressed to ask if they had a good time, they’ll often err on the side of positivity even if the reality is more negative. A Libra may sweet-talk you, but watch their actions—the truth can often be found there.

SCORPIO

Scorpios will hardly ever lie in their intimate relationships, but when it comes to professional advancement, everything is on the table. Scorpios know what they want, and if that means fibbing about their experience or spinning a tall tale that’ll help them look more desirable, they have no shame about utilizing their charisma.

SAGITTARIUS

Sagittariuses like to feel eyes on them, particularly in large groups where it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle. So when it’s their turn to share an anecdote, you may notice some details becoming more interesting than when you first heard the same story two days ago. It’s all harmless fun and nothing to get worried about. Let them have their moment in the sun.

CAPRICORN

Capricorns will lie to themselves before they’ll ever lie to you. The topics of those self-directed lies will vary—work, love, their mental health—but they’re always internal. Capricorns believe in honesty. If you ever notice that they’re quieter than usual, more subdued, ask them how they’re feeling, if anything is bothering them. You might be surprised by what they’ll reveal.

AQUARIUS

An Aquarius is somebody you want to have on your side in a debate, argument, or rift between friends. They can convince anybody to believe in what they’re saying. Sometimes, though, Aquarians get so passionate and worked up that a lie will spill out of their mouth in their haste to get a point across. (It’s best not to bring it up until later, once they’ve calmed down.)

PISCES

Pisces rarely feel that they have control over their external world, so their internal world is where they roam free. They feel safe in their heads to imagine whatever they want. If you ask a Pisces what’s on their mind or where they go when they have that dreamy look in their eyes, don’t be surprised if they brush it off or say something untruthful. It’s nothing to worry about.