Many couples show up to therapy expecting to do “trust exercises” in the office. Some even ask where to find some type of “trust-building retreat.” But that’s not how it works.
As a psychotherapist and the author of “13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don’t Do,” I’ve seen countless couples who want to establish deeper trust. Some of them have experienced broken trust, and others want to proactively grow closer.
Regardless, trust isn’t built through dramatic games or one-time events. It’s developed by showing up for each other in small but meaningful ways over and over again. And weekends are a prime opportunity to engage in activities that build deeper bonds.
Here’s what I see mentally strong couples do on the weekends to create rock-solid trust.
Healthy independence is one of the best ways to build trust. When you pursue your own interests — maybe you go for a solo run or your partner grabs coffee with a friend — you’re showing mutual trust. You both feel secure enough in your relationship to let each other grow individually.
