Dealing with Trust Issues

This is a sequel to my earlier post, “Trust and Gaining Trust”. Here, we’ll talk about people who find it difficult to trust others. These are the people the society describes as “having trust issues”.
Trust issues are caused by different things. It may be a psychological problem (in fact it is), but the origin differs from individual to individual. Mostly, it is as a result of such person’s past experiences which may range from being cheated to heartbreak, violence, rape family issues, amongst others.
People with this kind of condition know about it most of the time, and seek ways out of this “mess” they’re in. the best way to overcome trust issues is by a psychologist’s therapy. However, there are some things that may be done to help, (if you think you have trust issues).
What I’ve noticed about people with trust issues is that they see everything as too risky. You need to understand that everything in life is a risk. Anything can happen to you at anytime and anywhere. You also need to understand that fear kills faster than danger in itself. Not every move made by the other person will be at your expense, (they might even be for your benefit) and you may miss out on lots of benefits if you keep avoiding people due to lack of trust.
Also, self compassion is very important. Think well about yourself. Imagine good things about yourself and that’s what people will most probably think of you. You should also work on your self esteem. Do not think someone is in the position to harm you, (even before you start dealing with them).
In conclusion, move about with a clear mind. When you’re meeting someone new, do not have a premonition about what they might do to you. The best relationships are the ones you enter with an unbiased mind.
These measures and others you might find elsewhere about dealing with trust issues may seem difficult, but my dear try them, gradually you’ll notice changes and I can bet you’ll have a freer, happier life.
Special Thanks to Meenah @09_eleven for helping with this piece.
Cheers!!!