Trust is a vital ingredient in all relationships we develop during our lives. If we find it hard to trust someone we are less likely to talk to them. But if someone trusts us and we trust them, then we can develop a good relationship with open communication and fewer arguments.

So how does trust develop?

You can show people that you are trustworthy by being responsible and honest. You can show responsibility by doing chores around the home, keeping your room reasonably tidy, putting away the stuff you use, hanging up your towel, coming home at the agreed time, doing things without having to be asked or leaving a note if you are going somewhere after school.
Being open and honest with people is also very important. For example it’s good to let your parents know what you are doing, where you are going, who you’ll be with and when you’ll be back. Try telling them about how you are feeling too. We all have bad days at school or work and it is okay to tell them this, even if you don’t want to talk about it.

You may need to keep doing these things for awhile before people believe that you are being responsible and honest, particularly if your track record hasn’t been up to scratch. Keep at it! In any relationship it takes time and effort to develop trust.
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