What do you think this short quote means?

Question

"When you got your hand in the lion's mouth, it's best just to pat him on the head."

Answer 1

Once you get caught in a lie it's best just to tell the truth and suck up to the person who you told the lie to.

Answer 2

I agree with first answer

Answer 3

The same as the quote you get more ants with honey than vinegar (just be nice)

Answer 4

It could be that when you get stuck and caught up with things you should take it easy and slow and try to get out of it.