I must say this has been an on-going life lesson, the ability to trust others. But it's especially important (in my opinion) to trust (to some degree) in the people you are surrounded with most of the time. Whether that's family, friends, co-workers, there should be a level of trust and communication occurring at all times, right?
Let's just say that trust is a tough one for me in general, and I'm sure that goes without saying for most people. It's natural for one of two things to occur: to expect someone to earn it first, or hand it out initially to see if it should continue to be a regular practice with the person in question.
I tend to hand out trust initially (a certain level of it) and see if the person is responsible enough to take care of this special "gift". Let's be real though, once the trust is broken, respect is lost and it's all down hill from there.
How does one deal with a person who has, on numerous occasions, betrayed a basic trust? Hypothetically speaking, there's no fast way to avoid this person. There also happens to be no one else to turn to in order to assist in rectifying the situation. And trying to communicate effectively with the person in question is like trying to reason with a wolf in sheep's clothing, they're only out for themselves and they don't care who they hurt to get what they want.
A wolf in sheep's clothing, 2 faces, split personalities and no end in sight.
I say, figure out what that person is all about, even if it takes you getting hurt, upset, or even angered with the first negative encounter, and keep your distance. The wolf might try to lure you back in from time to time, but be careful not to get to close.
Sit back, be patient and let Karma do it's job...it may take a little while but eventually the inevitable will catch up to them. Each would handle such "victory" in their own way, but I would put up a glass and toast with REAL friends to such an occasion. ;)
