Restablishment

I find it difficult to take in someone's sincerity. But then again, should sincerity be questioned?

Is it better to cry at a funeral and not mean it or to show your true emotions?

What if you believe the person has double standards imposed? As in he/she doesn't want to discuss a certain subject, but when it comes to you, they're poking at it?

Sometimes, phrases people say to me stick in my head forever, and I hold on to it because I believe in them.

"I want us to be friends"
"I love you as a friend"
"You're important to me"

What if their actions don't match the words? Should I let it go and assumed I was sweet talked? Should I remind them in the hopes that they'll keep their word?