The Economic Times

People who do not trust others are more stressed and anxious? Ankur Warikoo shares his theory on trust and overthinking

Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo suggests that a lack of trust may lead to constant mental alertness, resulting in stress and anxiety. He posits that individuals who struggle to trust spend mental energy anticipating negative outcomes, which can become a habitual defensive state. This theory highlights the psychological cost of pervasive suspicion.