If you believe that people are inherently good, and you approach the world with trust — if you might accurately be described as dewy-eyed and idealistic — if you believe that justice occurs and evil is punished — how do you preserve these elements of your personality (trust, innocence, belief in justice) in light of the urge to protect yourself from hurt and attack (emotional shielding)? [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Dec 8, 2007 - 29 answers

How do I get past the trust issues brought about from an abrupt, unexplained end to a close friendship of three and a half years? [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Oct 28, 2007 - 34 answers