Lying with integrity

Lying is when you communicate a piece of information of which you know is not correct.
We have all told lies; such as 'that dress isn't too small' even though you know it is and doesn't show their best features!
Lying is not always a bad thing as the example above was said to spare a person's feelings. However, it's when you lie that can cause people harm, or hurt them in some way.
Black lies as such things as:
Lying to loved ones- such as your where a-bouts if you are cheating.
Lying to yourself-such as pretending you are gat but being in a heterosexual relationship.
Most of the reasons for lying above are mostly selfish; however they also would hurt someone’s feelings if they knew the truth.
Do you think it is bad to lie even if your are protecting someone? Or do you feel it is best to just be open with them?
For more on lying with integrity go to:
http://www.benbest.com/philo/lying.html

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