A parent discovers their 10-year-old has lied repeatedly and feels their trust shattered. Instead of punishment, the parent realizes fear is driving the lie and proposes something harder: both of them sharing what they're actually afraid of.
You lied again? You keep lying. Every time you lie, and the more you lie, the more angry I'm getting. I'm extremely angry with you, and I don't think I can ever trust you again. This lie is telling me that you were feeling scared. Would you like to share your fears with me? You know, I've been scared a lot as well. And if you want to know my fears, I'll be very happy to share it with you.
