Mistrust is a valid response to feeling betrayed or abandoned. But pervasive feelings of mistrust can negatively impact a person's life. This can result in anxiety, anger, or self-doubt.

How do you overcome distrust?

Try not to push too hard, as you do not want to scare the individual away or cause him or her to feel threatened. Be a good listener, and allow time and experience to do the rest. If you are someone who has violated another's trust, keep yourself in check, asking yourself if you are a trustworthy individual.

Does lack of trust always cause jealousy?

Research examining individual factors associated with jealousy suggests trust is an important factor. A recent study found that lower levels of trust were associated with increased Facebook jealousy (Marshall et al., 2013).