The Top 17 Trust Building Exercises All Couples Should Know
All relationships built upon love, trust and commitment as the foundations are said to thrive and eventually move towards the path of success. For any two people to be happy in a relationship, it is of immense importance for them to have mutual trust and respect amongst themselves. Building trust between you and your partner is an important task that needs to be done since the beginning of the relationship and carried on throughout.
Listed down below are the top 17 trust-building exercises for couples.
1. First, connect then communicate
Before mustering up the courage and being vulnerable with your partner, it is necessary that the two of you have a little time of tenderness where you physically connect with each other just by being in each other’s company.
2. Be honest with each other
Being honest with your significant other about anything and everything is the first step for them to put their trust in you and you in them.
Make sure to tell the complete truth to your partner, without adding or removing any part of the subject.
3. Engage in deep, meaningful talks
It is an established fact that communication is the key for relationships to survive. Make sure that you and your partner are able to have some time alone every day where the two of you are able to simply focus on each other, share your feelings and opinions and hear each other out.
Many of us have that one deep, dark secret that we fail to share with anyone. However, in order to strengthen the bond between you and your partner, make an exception and share it with your partner. This will show them how much you trust them. It is highly likely they will, too have something similar to share.
5. Have short sessions of soft eye contact
This is challenging but an important step. The two of you should sit down facing each other, get comfortable and simply look into each other eyes.
The laughs, the smiles, and intimacy the two of you share during this time will create a sense of trust and connection.
6. Make use of terms of endearment
Making use of words such as ‘baby’ or ‘sweetheart’ can go a long way and are also a simple yet effective way to show your love to your partner.
It is also one good way to set the tone when you wish to discuss something of importance.
7. Hold hands and cuddle
Physical intimacy plays an equally significant role in strengthening one’s relationship. It is a great way to connect, share and create a sense of togetherness.
8. No more lies
Avoid lying or keeping secrets from your partner. Come out clean and confess whatever it is because although it may seem difficult at the moment, it will be great for your relationship in the long term.
9. Be open to answering all of your partner’s questions
Answering all your partner’s questions and putting all their worries to rest helps them put their trust in you.
10. Avoid using hurtful language or yelling
Do not belittle or name call your partner because doing so will make them feel that you are capable of hurting them and hence, avoid trusting you completely.
11. Be sure to appreciate and show gratitude
Saying a small word such as ‘thank you’ can do wonders for your relationship. Make it a part of your daily routine to let your partner know that you value whatever they do for you, whether big or small.
12. Compliments!
We all love being complimented and praised for our work.
Make sure that you compliment your partner each day even for something as small as the color of their dress or the meal they prepared for you.
13. Go on trips and adventures together
Going on fun trips and making memories is a great way for couples to bond and is regarded as an amazing trust-building exercise for couples.
14. Remember to say ‘I love you’
A heartfelt ‘I love you’ is simply one of the best ways to let your partner know how much they mean to you and how much you appreciate their presence in your life.
15. Apologize and forgive frequently
Couples should be willing to ask for forgiveness when any of the partners makes a mistake as well as be willing to forgive and forego in order to allow their relationship to flourish.
16. Ask on how to restore trust when made a mistake
Asking your partner on how to fix the broken trust when you’ve made a mistake is a good way to show them that you regret doing so and are willing to do anything in order to restore it.
17. Be consistent
Make sure to be consistent in your efforts of building trust through the mentioned ways in order to steer your relationship towards success.
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Sylvia Smith loves to share insights on how couples can revitalize their love lives in and out of the bedroom. As a writer at Marriage.com, she is a big believer in living consciously and encourages couples to adopt this principle in their lives too. By taking purposeful and a whole-hearted action, Sylvia feels that every couple can transform their relationship into a happier, healthier one.
