dotpaw podcast - Trust
The core idea is that certain folks appear standoffish or closed-off not because they're mean or ungrateful, but because their nervous system has been wired by past hurts to expect disappointment or betrayal. This creates a protective pattern:
Their body language stays defensive (crossed arms, tight face).
Their mind jumps to worst-case scenarios ("They'll let me down eventually").
••This isn't deliberate rudeness—it's a survival strategy learned from history.
Practical, grounded ways to start changing it (while keeping self-respect):
Build trust incrementally—share one small thing, not…
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