Most relationship problems are essentially trust issues, explains psychotherapist David Richo. Whether it's fear of commitment, insecurity, jealousy, or a tendency to be controlling, the real obstacle is a fundamental lack of trust—both in ourselves and in our partner. <br><br> <i>Daring to Trust</i> offers key insights and practical exercises for exploring and addressing our trust issues in relationships. Topics include: <br> <br>   • How we learn early in life to trust others (or not to trust them) <br>   • Why we fear trusting <br>   • Developing greater trust in ourselves as the basis for trusting others <br>   • How to know if someone is trustworthy <br>   • Naïve trust vs. healthy, adult trust <br>   • What to do when trust is broken <br> <br><br>Ultimately, Richo explains, we must develop trust in four directions: toward ourselves, toward others, toward life as it is, and toward a higher power or spiritual path. These four types of trust are not only the basis of healthy relationships, they are also the foundation of emotional well-being and freedom from fear.