AKBAN Trust Research
A Study in Physical Practice and Community Building
The Trust Matrix in Practice
At AKBAN, we explore trust through movement and shared physical practice. This isn't abstract theory - it's what happens when people train together, learning to fall safely, control powerful techniques, and develop genuine confidence. Our research examines how communities build lasting trust without needing external threats or artificial unity.
This work led to the development of the Detant framework, where physical practice supports emotional regulation and trust development. In the dojo, trust isn't just talked about - it's tested, verified, and strengthened through direct experience.
Physical Foundation
- Direct physical feedback that can't be faked
- Clear verification of capability through shared trust anchors
- Control of movement as gateway to emotional control
Trust Development Process
- Building competence step by step
- Creating spaces where controlled vulnerability is safe
- Establishing clear, reliable protocols for interaction
Community Architecture
- Trust anchors emerge from shared experience
- Accountability maintains itself without central authority
- Systems for rebuilding trust after disruption
Current Research
Our ongoing work focuses on four key areas:
- Measuring trust through our technology and tests
- Connecting internal stability to reliable behavior
- Developing systematic trust recovery protocols
- Building resilient community trust networks
Join the Exploration
There are several ways you can engage with this work:
- Train directly at AKBAN
- Apply trust matrix concepts in your environment
- Work with Detant protocols
- Follow our ongoing research in 'Trust Notes from the Dojo'