Learning to Trust Again

I was recently scammed regarding my publishing efforts. In addition to being disappointed that I had wasted my time, I also felt stupid for allowing someone to take advantage of me. Now I am more wary, at least as far as the world of books goes. I thought of all the ways people are used and how hard it is for them to get up again, feel good about themselves and learn to trust again. Sometimes I wonder how much it takes for people to decide it is just not worth it and to never trust anyone again. Fortunately I am not at that point.