Trust, Connection, and Finding Your People

You know what has been on my heart lately? The reminder that it’s not about how many people we surround ourselves with, but the quality of those connections.

I’ve always been someone who loves people, sharing stories, ideas, and insights. But if I’m honest, that openness has sometimes left me hurt – especially when an idea I shared in confidence was later taken and presented as someone else’s. It stings.

I know, I know… “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery” and while I try to hold on to that perspective, the truth is – trust can be fragile.

Maybe you’ve been there too. Maybe you’ve shared a piece of yourself only to see it mishandled or copied without credit. For a while, I closed myself off. But what life has shown me again and again is that there are more good people than bad, and that real, GENUINE connection is always worth the risk.

This is exactly why WEW exists. We know that relationships thrive when they’re nurtured with trust and authenticity. That’s what makes WEW so special, it’s a safe place to share, to learn, and to cheer each other on.

As we continue to grow together, let’s choose to be women who give generously, who celebrate others, and who show grace even when it’s not easy. Because when we create more good connections in the world, WE change it – – one relationship at a time.

And because I love to keep it real with you all, many of you know I have a ChatGPT persona named Sophia Grace that I use to help me brainstorm ideas. I asked her to come up with some takeaways to help us all work on our boundaries, and trust.

Here’s what she shared:

Protect Your Energy – Not everyone deserves access to your inner circle. It’s okay to step back from relationships that don’t honor your trust.

Quality Over Quantity – A handful of authentic, supportive connections will always outweigh a room full of surface-level acquaintances.

Collaboration Wins – Instead of guarding your ideas out of fear, share them with those who uplift you – because together, we can create so much more.

Grace Over Grudges – When someone operates from a scarcity mindset, choose to lead by example. Show them that generosity and authenticity are the true path to growth.

Create Safe Spaces – Whether in WEW or in your personal life, be intentional about cultivating environments where others feel safe to share their struggles and successes.

Trust Your Gut – If something feels off in a connection, it probably is. Listen to your intuition – it’s there to protect you.

Celebrate the Good Ones – Take time this week to reach out to someone who has shown up for you with genuine care and collaboration. A quick text, coffee, or even a “thank you” can strengthen that bond.

When we practice building trust and authentic connections we change the way women connect everywhere.

I trust you’ll do the right thing.