Losing trust in someone you love

We live in a time when everyone is talking about trust and no one seems to be feeling much of it. Have you, like many others, lost faith in the government, your relationships, and maybe even yourself?

Before we talk about what you can do about this lack of trust, let’s talk about what trust means.

The Merriam Webster online dictionary says it’s “assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something.” It involves placing our confidence in someone or something; and it also involves hope.

Now, let’s talk about trust and emotional and psychological development.

Consider this scenario: A four-year-old boy stands hesitantly on the side of a pool. His mother is in the water in front of him.

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“Come on,” she says. “I’m here. I’ll catch you.” He hesitates and she adds, “I’m getting tired and cold. Either jump or don’t. I’ll catch you.” He says, “You’ll catch me, right?” She says, “Yes, I said I would catch you.” “Okay,” he says, and, closing his eyes, jumps.

What would it mean for that child if his mother didn’t catch her son as she promised, but stepped b

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