Netflix Lessons on Lying

Whether we like it or not, lies are a part of life. Adults, teenagers, and kids alike tell lies in an attempt to stay out of trouble, to protect others and to make others happy.

Some lies, like the white lies that we tell everyday are harmless. We say we’re good to avoid getting into a discussion about our tiring, chaotic day filled with family drama and we tell our kids that Santa is real and can totally deliver gifts to every kid in the world on one single night. Other lies however, aren’t that harmless. Like when you catch your teenager lying about somewhere they were or discover them covering up something for a friend. Or lies in a relationship that can end up destroying it.

It’s tough to deal with lies, especially when they involve people you love. Whether it’s teaching your kids the importance of honesty vs lying to stay out of trouble, or handling sticky situations with sneaky teenagers, just remember to stay calm and use this as a teaching opportunity to reinforce that lies really don’t benefit anyone in the long run. Dealing with lies in our relationships as adults, whether between a partner or a friend, can be rough but keep in mind that everything is a learning lesson and can be grown from whether or not you were the liar or the lied to.

Along the lines of dealing with secrets and lies, Netflix has a brand new show coming out called Bloodlines that deals with a family trying to keep their demons secret. It’s a drama worth watching, both parents and older teenagers are getting caught up in this Netflix original.

 Bloodline - Netflix Original Series

New Netflix Original Series

“Bloodline” is a dramatic thriller that explores the demons lurking beneath the surface of a contemporary American family. The Rayburns are hard-working pillars of their Florida Keys community. But when the black sheep son comes home for the 45th anniversary of his parents’ hotel, he threatens to expose the Rayburns’ dark secrets and shameful past, pushing his siblings to the limits of family loyalty.

If you’re looking for some family lessons on lying, check out some of these movies and shows on Netflix!

For the Littles

1. The Gruffalo
2. Care Bears: S1E8, Untruths and Consequences
3. Veggie Tales in the House: S1E9, Lie-monade
4. Little Princess: S1E9, I Didn’t Do It

For the Kidlets

1. Totally Spies!
2. A.N.T. Farm: S3E9, Pants on Fire
3. Spy School
4. Jessie: S1E14, World Wide Web of Lies

For the Teens

1. Bloodline
2. Revenge
3. The Bling Ring
4. Pretty Little Liars

Disclosure:  I am part of the Netflix Stream Team.  All opinions are my own.