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“I wanted to explain that trusting is harder than being trusted.” quote by Simon Van Booy
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“I wanted to explain that trusting is harder than being trusted.”

Simon Van Booy

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, Simon Van Booy, 2015

Trusting others is more challenging than earning trust because it exposes vulnerability.

In simple terms: Trusting is harder than being trusted.

Key Takeaway

Choose trust wisely.

Themes

trust vulnerability relationships psychology

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • team building
  • friendship
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

reciprocity risk emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted without guarantee?
  • What risks do you accept in trusting?
A Different Perspective

Trust can be broken if not reciprocated.

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