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say, than this naturally brings about a deep sense of confidence in your ability and a respect for the stability you bring forth into their lives. Cultivate Integrity Integrity is a spirit of being whole, complete and living consistently with your highest values. When others have confidence that you will stay true to your beliefs and values, that you will keep your word and not stray off course onto unexpected and unpredicted paths, than they will consequently honor and respect you wholeheartedly for who you are completely and without question. Cultivate a Solution Focused Attitude Even though some people might find it difficult to admit this, they do actually appreciate being around those who live with optimism and cultivate a solution focused attitude. We are all creatures who seek to experience deep levels of pleasure in our lives. We live on hope for a better future on a daily basis, even though some of us may completely disregard this fact. If you are able to instill a little hope into your interactions with others; to help them see the solutions where they previously saw only problems and obstacles, than you will ultimately gain their respect and honor. Methods for Gaining Trust When others perceive you as being trusting, you naturally open up a channel of communication that will bring forth the other person’s deepe 7@