The Power Of Your Word: How Trust is Built (or Broken)

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Ever had that gut feeling when someone says "I promise" that they won't follow through? Or maybe you're the one who means well but consistently falls short on your commitments? This raw, honest conversation digs into the true cost of broken promises and why your word matters more than you might realize.
Trust isn't just broken by dramatic betrayals—it's eroded by a pattern of small, unfulfilled promises that silently communicate to others that your words can't be relied upon. For those with existing trust issues, these broken commitments don't just disappoint; they confirm deeply-held fears about people being unsafe. But this isn't about perfection—it's about honesty and integrity in both big and small moments.
We explore both sides of this trust equation: why we break promises (often from people-pleasing or avoidance), how to protect your peace when others consistently let you down, and practical steps to rebuild trust if you've been that person who struggles to follow through. Learn four powerful strategies to stop personalizing others' inconsistency, enforce healthy boundaries, adjust expectations, and reclaim your power in relationships where trust has been compromised.
Whether you're working to trust again after being hurt or trying to become someone whose word carries weight, this episode offers a judgment-free roadmap to rebuilding integrity—with others and yourself. Because in a world of empty words, consistent action is what truly earns trust. Start today with one promise kept, one follow-through at a time. Your relationships—and your relationship with yourself—will thank you.

Chapters

1. The Power Of Your Word: How Trust is Built (or Broken) (00:00:00)

2. Welcome to She Lost It (00:00:05)

3. The Impact of Broken Promises (00:01:49)

4. Why We Break Our Word (00:02:44)

5. Protecting Your Peace (00:03:57)

6. Four Steps to Rebuild Trust (00:06:32)

7. Closing Thoughts and Call to Action (00:09:10)