Maintaining confidentiality and consistency can make that secure atmosphere in your group even stronger. After members have developed a measure of trust in an atmosphere of unconditional love, they will begin to reveal to the group sensitive facets of their lives. Make confidentiality an absolute part of group life. This exception includes threats of suicide. In most states, the law requires people who know about these threats to report them to the proper authorities.
Most people unconsciously look for patterns of reliability before they place their trust in others.
Your consistency will contribute to group members' ability to trust both you and the rest of the group. You reflect consistency in a variety of tangible ways. For example, starting and ending your group on time, meeting at the same place and time each week, and following the same meeting format communicate consistency. Most people want to be understood, especially if they are going through difficult times. Even when life's circumstances are fairly stable, knowing that someone else understands gives comfort.