Remember that 'put stock in' is not about investing money, but about investing belief or trust.

Not Literal

This phrase often implies an emotional investment in a belief or someone's words.

Emotional Weight

It can suggest a degree of skepticism if someone does NOT put stock in something.

This expression reflects what an individual personally finds important or valuable.

It's often used to indicate that someone values non-material things like honesty or loyalty.

What people put stock in can vary greatly between different cultures or societies.