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All strong relationships need to be built on trust. Can I trust someone to listen to me, care about me and not take advantage of me? Can I trust someone with my vulnerabilities? How do we build trust beyond individuals, trusting communities, institutions, information? Will they accept MY story even when it isn’t “truth?” These questions have been weighing heavily on me.
In searching for how to build trust, here is a one list, based on an article from Psychology Today, 7 Ways to Build Trust in a Relationship:
- Say what you mean, and mean what you say. …
- Be vulnerable — gradually. …
- Remember the role of respect. …
- Give the benefit of the doubt. …
- Express your feelings functionally, especially when it’s tough. …
- Take a risk together. …
- Be willing to give as well as receive.
Do we listen? Are we vulnerable and uncomfortable? Are we willing to work to build trust? I have no answers, just many questions.
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