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You know that person that you feel as if you cannot believe a thing they say? Well, this article will tell you exactly how to handle such a situation.

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    When you suspect that they are telling you something too unbelievable to be true, call them out on it. Ask them for more details or pictures.
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    Pay attention to what they are saying. If you catch any contradictions to their story or sudden changes in the details, mention it to them.
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    Start making up your own exaggerated stories to top theirs. If they feel like you are more adventurous or living a more exciting life, then they may back down.
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  • Don't be afraid to call them out on what they are saying. If they're taking the time to tell you about it in the first place, then they won't mind answering questions for you.
  • If you've given up on calling them out, just take what they say and "cut it in half," and just go with whatever they are saying.

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  • Sometimes things that you find unbelievable may be true. If there story stays together after you find out more details, they may not be exaggerating.

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