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How to Spot Someone You Can Trust

Jennifer McDougall
2 min readFeb 2, 2023

Being able to trust someone is an essential part of any relationship. Trust is vital to creating and maintaining strong relationships, whether it’s a romantic partner, a friend, or even a colleague. But how can you tell if someone is trustworthy? Let’s break down the signs of genuine trustworthiness and how to spot them.

How to Spot Someone You Can Trust
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Look for Consistency

One of the first things you should look for in another person is consistency in their actions and words. If they say one thing but do another, then that’s a red flag that they may not be as trustworthy as they seem. On the other hand, if someone says something and follows through with it consistently, you know that you can count on them to do what they say they will do. This shows that their word means something to them, which is an indication of trustworthiness.

Pay Attention To Their Relationships With Others

It’s also important to pay attention to how this person interacts with other people in their life. Are they respectful? Do they treat others well? Do they have strong relationships with family members, friends, colleagues, and others? All of these are indicators of whether or not someone is trustworthy. Someone who has strong relationships built on mutual respect and understanding is usually more likely to be someone you can trust than someone who has few close…

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Jennifer McDougall
Jennifer McDougall

Written by Jennifer McDougall

Host of Life Refined podcast 🎙️ Personal Growth | Self-Improvement | Wellness 💡 Helping you level up your mindset & life. https://linktr.ee/jenmcdougall

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