Learn ways to build trust in your relationship that actually work. Normally, what people think a relationship needs more of is not exactly what it needs. Maybe you think you need more spice in your relationship when, in reality, you need more stability. Having trust can help guarantee a longer lasting and happier relationship. The following six steps can help you make a plan to have more trust in your relationship.

1 - Stability and trust. It may seem that you need to really spice things up in your relationship. Little surprises and presents do help keep a relationship fresh and interesting but having a stable and predictable partner is much less stressful to the relationship. Knowing your partner is always there for you in good times and in times of trouble can go a long way in helping to keep the relationship together. That sense of trust makes a happier union.

2 - Make sure what you say and the way you act, matches. If you say you love your partner but you are always in a bad mood, then it seems something is just not right. Telling your partner that you are happy being together, but then frowning and looking gloomy all the time does not send your partner or others the right message. If you say that you are happy, then act happy. If you are unhappy, then find out why and correct it. Words plus actions builds trust.

3 - You must feel that your partner is able to accomplish things. If you feel as though your partner is not capable of accomplishing certain tasks then you will not trust him/her to get things done. If there are competency issues, then be truthful and talk things out. This will get the issue into the open and build trust in the relationship. If you feel you cannot trust your partner with the little things, then how can you trust them with the big ones?

4 - Keeping secrets? Do not do it. If your partner feels that you keep things from him/her, then your partner will not trust you enough to tell you everything either. Be honest, talk things out and do not keep secrets.

5 - Discuss your needs. Let your partner know what you need and expect out of the relationship. Be up front and do not be afraid to be honest about your needs. Your partner will not see you as being self-centered or uninterested in them, but rather will know what to expect. This will build trust and keep down unexpected surprises that are deal beakers.

6 - Saying yes is not always the best response. Learning to say "no" to your partner will show him/her that you are honest and not just catering to their request and not to their actual needs. Your partner should not expect you to agree to their every whim but rather that you be realistic and know where to draw the line on certain decisions. You partner will trust you more when you are honest and say "no" when you mean it.

Bonus - Here is a bonus tip. Keep your relationship growing. Relationships have ups and downs. It is never a blissful, smooth ride. Through these times, do not hesitate to dig deep and find answers to the issues that arise. Do not give up. Keep the relationship growing and alive. Some events may seem extremely hurtful, but in the end they help your relationship grow stronger.

Making plans to get a relationship back together or back on track takes careful planning. These are just a few tips and there are more to help you make a solid plan that will build more trust in your relationship.