Quote by David Richo

The opposite of interpersonal trust is not mistrust. It is despair. This is because we have given up on believing that trustworthiness and fulfillment are possible from others. We have lost our hope in our fellow humans.

The opposite of interpersonal trust is not mistrust. It is d

Summary

This quote suggests that the absence of interpersonal trust is not simply characterized by mistrust, but rather by despair. It implies that when we no longer have faith in others or believe that they can provide us with trustworthiness and fulfillment, we experience a sense of hopelessness, losing confidence in our fellow humans. In essence, this quote highlights the importance of maintaining hope and belief in others for healthy and fulfilling interpersonal relationships.

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