5 Little Lies I’m Grateful My Mama Shared with Me

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Growing up, I always took my mom’s words at face value. I knew I could rely on her honesty, especially during challenging moments.

Questions like: What’s your view on faith? Am I making the right choice in my partner? Is this career path suitable for me? Will I love my second child as much as my first? Those are the moments when mothers should always be honest, and I’m so thankful for that.

But then there are those little white lies they tell. I didn’t truly grasp this until I became a parent myself. Now, with a lively toddler and a baby on the way, I realize how often my own mom must have slipped in a little fib. How do I know? Because I do it too! Here are five little lies I’m grateful my mama told me.

1. You can totally do it on your own!
   When I was learning to ride my bike without training wheels, I bet every fiber of her being screamed “STOP!” as I wobbled off. Or when I stepped into a new school, looking back at her car with that uncertain look on my face. And when I packed for college, tears streaming down while listening to a Dixie Chicks song, she still encouraged me to go. Even if she had doubts, she believed I could tackle everything life threw at me.
2. They’re just jealous because you’re so talented!
   Ah, the teenage years—nothing stung more than those early heartbreaks and encounters with mean girls. I spent many evenings crying on the couch, spilling my heartbreak to my mom, who must have felt my pain deeply. But she always knew how to lift my spirits, saying things like, “That guy didn’t know what he was missing!” or “Those girls are just envious of your talents.” Whether it was true or not didn’t matter; her words made me feel better.
3. You look amazing in that outfit!
   Okay, maybe this one wasn’t a complete lie. Perhaps she genuinely thought I looked fabulous in my mismatched outfits. Still, I like to think she knew that what really mattered was that I felt beautiful in my own skin, no matter what I wore.
4. I’ll always be proud of you.
   In reality, my mom likely faced moments of disappointment over my choices—like my party phase and dropping out of college. Yet, she always reassured me of her pride and belief in me. It gave me the confidence to believe in myself, too, even when I didn’t deserve it.
5. I’ll never leave you.
   As I grew older, I understood that some promises can’t be made. But during my childhood, with all the changes happening around me—like divorce and moving—I needed that assurance. Mamas may not be here forever, but the lessons they instill and the little lies they tell us stay with us for a lifetime.

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In summary, the comforting lies our moms tell us can provide strength and confidence, helping us face life’s challenges head-on. They may not be entirely true, but the love and encouragement behind them are what matter most.