How to Build Trust in a Relationship

"To earn trust, money and power aren't enough; you have to show some concern for others. You can't buy trust in the supermarket." – His Holiness the Dalai Lama. 

This quote comes to mind whenever we think of trust in a relationship. Trust is an essential element of a relationship as it makes people feel secure and loyal to their partners. It is also the foundation of every relationship because it allows you to open up completely and let down your defenses. Read on to know some valuable tips on how to build trust in a relationship.



Why Trust is Important in Relationships

Ø  It allows you to be more giving and open.

Ø  You will forgive the shortcomings of your partner when there is faith that they have your back.

Ø  You will avoid conflict and find solutions to issues that hamper your relationship.

Ø  When you trust your partner, you will let go of the past mistakes of your partner and think that they did their best.

Ø  You will feel closeness and safety with your partner.

Ø  You will depend on your partner for comfort, care, and support.

How to Build Trust in a Relationship



§  Admit to Mistakes

If you have made a mistake or hurt your partner accidentally, admit it and improve on it. Don't try to hide it or give unreasonable excuses.

§  Communicate

Talk to your partner about everything under the sun. It includes talking about sensitive, hard or controversial topics as well.

§  Be There

When your partner really needs you, and they tell you, be there for them. Give them the attention they need, especially if they are dealing with serious issues like job loss, a death in the family, or even a pandemic.

§  Listen to Them

Learn to listen to what your partner is saying and pay attention to their feelings. Don't be distracted by other things like your Facebook feed when your partner wants to have a one-on-one conversation with you.

§  Don't Break Promises

If you want to enhance and protect the trust in your relationship, don't break the promises you made. If you really have to break a promise, communicate with your partner and apologize if needed.

§  Show Your Weaknesses

Don't hesitate to be vulnerable in front of your partner if you want to build trust in a relationship. Tell them about your deepest fears or regrets to feel emotionally closer to them.

§  Spend Quality Time

Always spend quality time with your partner. Take at least an hour from your busy schedule to spend "we time" where you can just chat or do stuff together, be it baking or watching basketball on TV.



§  Take Care of Their Needs

Remember the needs of your partner and take care of them. For instance, if your partner loves bread and you buy groceries, always ensure that there is plenty of bread in the home.

§  Don't Delay Talking About an Issue

If you didn't like something your partner said or did, talk to them and sort it out. Delay in talking might lead to the formation of grudges and might impact the trust in the relationship.

Sources:

https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-build-trust-in-a-relationship-5207611                                       

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/relationships/a30109879/trust-in-relationship/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/dennisjaffe/2018/12/05/the-essential-importance-of-trust-how-to-build-it-or-restore-it/?sh=313c258f64fe

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