Green Flag: Trust

When trust is your biggest green flag, the two of you feel safe with each other. You keep your promises, tell the truth even when it is awkward, and assume the best when something is unclear.

It shows up quietly. You are relaxed when you are apart. You tell each other news first. You can admit a mistake without bracing for the reaction, and you speak well of each other whether or not the other one is in the room.

This is a strength to lean on because it makes everything else easier. When you are not guarding yourself, you can be honest, try new things together and disagree without fearing for the relationship.

What keeps it strong: keep doing the small reliable things, like being on time and following through. Say thank you for them, since trust is easy to take for granted. And keep sharing a little more of yourself, because being trusted with something new is how it grows.