Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2139: Steve Pavlina illuminates the paradox of clarity within human relationships, exploring how trust - or the lack thereof - shapes our understanding and expectations of partnership. He articulates a compelling narrative on the balance between embracing the chaos of human interaction and seeking psychological safety, encouraging a realistic yet hopeful perspective on navigating the complexities of relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2020/01/trust-in-human-relationships/ Quotes to ponder: "Expect human beings to behave like human beings, which means that sometimes they’ll behave like heroes and sometimes like villains." "If you can accept the chaos and even learn to love it and to play with it, especially in your human relationships, you can stroll through the world of humans while maintaining a strong feeling of centeredness and psychological safety." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices