Trust, like love, is something we confer on others. They can't earn it. There's naive trust, and there's mature trust. The difference is that mature trust is an assessment we make from knowledge and experience. Mature trust takes into account context. I trust my accountant in matters of taxes, but I wouldn't seek medical advice from her.
Deeds, more than words, reveal the core values and motivations of others. We must rely upon our observations and call others to do so. In the world of politics, disinformation, gaslighting, and distraction are artfully employed to distort our perception. So, we must also observe ourselves wisely. Knowing our own biases and vulnerabilities is key to assessing whom to trust and in what circumstances to rely upon them.
Trust, like love, is something we confer on others. They can't earn it. There's naive trust, and there's mature trust. The difference is that mature trust is an assessment we make from knowledge and experience. Mature trust takes into account context. I trust my accountant in matters of taxes, but I wouldn't seek medical advice from her.
Deeds, more than words, reveal the core values and motivations of others. We must rely upon our observations and call others to do so. In the world of politics, disinformation, gaslighting, and distraction are artfully employed to distort our perception. So, we must also observe ourselves wisely. Knowing our own biases and vulnerabilities is key to assessing whom to trust and in what circumstances to rely upon them.