In Jain Dharma, it is wise to be cautious and not trust blindly.

Jain teaching emphasizes vivek (discernment), satya (truth), and ahimsa. We are encouraged to respect worthy teachers, but also to examine conduct, vows, humility, and purity of intention. A true guru should inspire fewer passions, more compassion, and greater self-restraint.

At the same time, Jainism also teaches nindā and harsh judgment should be avoided. We should not quickly condemn a person, because inner defects can exist even when outward appearance is good. The proper attitude is:

• Do not trust blindly
• Do not judge harshly
• Observe carefully
• Follow principles over personalities

In Jain tradition, the safest path is to place faith in the Tirthankars’ teachings, the ratnatraya—right faith, right knowledge, right conduct—and to test everything by Dharma and self-discipline.

So your feeling is understandable: be careful, stay aware, and keep your trust anchored in Jain principles rather than appearances.