Three Trusts Every Relationship Needs

Trust forms the bedrock of any lasting relationship. Without it, even the strongest connections can unravel. In every committed partnership, three essential trusts must be cultivated: a trust in oneself, a trust in the partner, and a trust in the relationship.

Trust in Yourself

Before entering into a committed relationship, you must first trust yourself. This means believing that you are in the right place emotionally and mentally to offer all of yourself. Are you ready to throw 100% of your energy, love, and care into nurturing the relationship? Self-trust gives you the confidence to be vulnerable, knowing that you can handle the highs and lows of a partnership. It’s about being secure in who you are and understanding that you are capable of growing and evolving within the relationship.

Trust in Your Partner

Equally important is trusting your partner. This isn’t just about faithfulness or honesty but extends to trusting that your partner shares similar values and goals. Are they committed to the relationship in the same way you are? Do they hold the same vision for your future? Trusting your partner means believing they will act in the best interest of both of you and that they have the capacity to nurture the relationship with the same level of care.

Trust in the Relationship

Finally, there must be an unwavering trust in the relationship itself. This is the belief that, no matter what life throws your way—whether it be disease, financial hardship, unemployment, relocation, or even natural disasters—the relationship will survive. It is the deep, inner conviction that you and your partner can weather the storms together. Trusting in the relationship is about having faith in the foundation you have built, knowing it will stand strong, no matter the challenges.

When these three trusts are present—trust in oneself, trust in the partner, and trust in the relationship—a relationship can thrive in the face of adversity, deepening and becoming more resilient over time.

Eugene Roginsky, LCSW, has been working with couples for over 25 years in his Illinois, Lake County-based practice, Bridge2Horizon Psychotherapy and Counseling Services. Through his work, he emphasizes the importance of cultivating these three trusts to build resilient and enduring relationships. www.Bridge2Horizon.com