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What does it mean?
People tend to misuse trust, so it's safer to keep a slight distance from others.
In plain terms
Stay somewhat distant to avoid being taken advantage of.
What can you take from it?
Maintain a healthy boundary.

Where it applies

  • new friendships
  • professional networks

Putting it to work

  • keep personal information limited
  • observe before confiding

Questions to consider

  • When is distance protective vs. isolating?
  • How can you balance trust and caution?

Another view

Over‑cautiousness can prevent genuine connections.

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