A “green flag” is considered a good sign in a relationship, as opposed to the definition of a “red flag.”

1. Be ready to appear whenever you need it

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You can trust him every time you encounter difficulties.

2. Focus on the moments spent with you

Not staring at the phone, not scrolling through social networks or focusing on trivial things when he is with you… is a sign that he is respecting and enjoying the time you both have.

3. Accept your shortcomings and small mistakes

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A man who knows how to adapt to your small flaws and shortcomings is highly likely to know how to control his emotions when taking care of children.

4. Get excited about your hobbies

In a relationship, if your partner really loves you, he will not only care about what he loves but will be willing to learn about your interests even if they are areas in which they are not really knowledgeable.

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5. Make an effort for your relationship

Your partner will not let you shoulder everything in life.

6. Listen to you

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To show understanding and listening, the other person will not say `big words` or show that they are always right in everyday conversations.

7. Be patient and adapt flexibly

When life doesn’t go as planned and unexpected problems arise, he can calmly come up with solutions to fix the problem without complaining or judgment.

8. Always try to be the best version of yourself

He is always aware of his own shortcomings and always tries every day to improve them.

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