How Important Is Trust in a Relationship?

We often see couples in our practice as a result of a break in trust, whether a partner has an affair, is found to be using drugs, or is lying about money. Repair certainly is possible, but it takes time, conscious effort and perseverance to rebuild the foundation that relationships are built upon.Having trust is a big advantage in a partnership; not having it is a burden that weighs heavily on a relationship.John Gottman, Ph.D., renowned researcher in our field of marriage counseling, talks about why trust is so important and how to build it. He refers to the couples as “Masters or Disasters,” and compares how they operate in their marriages. Enjoy these two short videos:John Gottman: The Importance of TrustJohn Gottman: How to Build TrustWe’d love to hear your thoughts about Trust in Relationships on our Facebook page.