It's a Good Life S2E338 How to Build and Repair Trust with Dr. Henry Cloud
Oct 14, 2025
In this insightful discussion, Dr. Henry Cloud, a clinical psychologist and leadership consultant renowned for his expertise in trust and organizational dynamics, dives deep into the essence of trust. He explains why it's foundational for thriving relationships and businesses, highlighting five essential factors that establish trust. Dr. Cloud also clarifies the distinction between forgiveness and rebuilding trust, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness. Practical methods for restoring broken trust and nurturing self-trust round out this engaging conversation.
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Trust As The Fuel For Scaling
- Trust is the internal fuel that lets people and organizations scale and act without constant checks.
- An internal algorithm constantly asks "Am I safe?" before any trust-based action.
Home As A Trust Hub
- Brian describes making his home the hub where kids and parents felt safe, expanding community trust.
- Henry notes parents trusted Brian, which enlarged their lives and created freedom.
Listen First To Create Safety
- Seek first to understand before trying to persuade someone to feel safe and engage.
- Listen until the other person knows you understand, then defensiveness drops and connection begins.
