It is misleading to constantly lie to your friends.
Bob is in college and has made a group of close friends.
Bob wants to be respected by his friends.
Bob explains that he was quiet and not popular in high school but focuses on new experiences with his friends.
Bob tells false and exaggerated stores stating that he was a football star in high school and very popular.
Bob strengthens the friendships and remains friends with many of them after college.
They find out that this was not true when they visit Bob back home resulting in Bob losing credibility.