Hello, Peter! Yes, “A trusting character starts with a trusting nature and assuming innocence!” However, “a trusting character” rarely begins in this place. My thesis is that trust is a character trait that is developed over a lifetime, and this takes considerable self-awareness, personal knowledge, and consistent application. Sure, if we are raised in secure environments, then we have natural “emotional trust”, but as I have pointed out, this can become distorted for a number of reasons. I am actually developing a seminar on the “construct” or model of “The Trusting Character” where I develop each of the eight characteristics, complete with exercises and small-group discussion. It will be “A Simply Encouraging® Experience” offered by Simple E Creations, Inc., and I will keep Lead change aware of these activities. Thank you Peter, for checking in and giving me the opportunity to clarify some important distinctions about "The Trusting Character".