[Valentine Special] 5 Traits That Make a Great Partner

Date: 14-02-2014 10:10 am (10 years ago) | Author: uduak Sophia Monday
- at 14-02-2014 10:10 AM (10 years ago)
(f)
Based on my exhaustive research on trust and betrayal, I believe there are five detectable criteria for separating the trustworthy from the shysters. If you meet someone who possesses the following qualities, I think it worth the risk to open yourself up, perhaps little by little. There is no guarantee. But if you learn to assess others with fairness and objectivity, in time you are likely to encounter someone with whom you can connect in a deep and loving way. The opposite is also true: If someone fails any part of the following smell test, walk away.

Honesty
Do not trust someone who lies to you. Too often we come up with excuses for the other person. It was a misunderstanding. She had her reasons. It wasn’t that bad. It was only one time. Take a clear-eyed look: Has this potential lover ever deceived you? Have you witnessed him or her lying to others? Do you find yourself questioning the veracity of what he or she says and then talking yourself out of your doubts? If so, move on.

Transparency
A partner’s life should be an open book, without secrets. Make sure this new person invites you to meet friends, family, colleagues, and also confides in you about major stresses, ambitions, goals. When you ask, “Where have you been?” he or she should answer without hesitation.

Accountability
Is there proof that this potential partner keeps promises? Are you able to check the details of any significant transactions with others, financial or otherwise? Do not trust someone who remains vague or unreachable about these issues. It’s best to be suspicious of people who say “Just trust me” in response to a specific question. Trustworthy people don’t feel the need to tell you what to think!

Ethical Actions

Does this person display just and fair conduct with consistency? Does he or she express and demonstrate values in tune with your own? If you’re not comfortable with someone’s morals, do not continue the relationship.

Proof of Alliance
Any potential mate should demonstrate being on your side and having your back even in small ways. You want evidence that he or she does not operate out of sheer self-interest nor form coalitions against you. You want proof that he or she takes your interests to heart. It is a wonderful sign if someone demonstrates selflessness toward you. If you subject the people you meet to this clear-eyed assessment, you will gain confidence in your ability to size up others. I’m not suggesting that becoming more discerning is effortless, but I am certain that learning to trust again is worth it.


Posted: at 14-02-2014 10:10 AM (10 years ago) | Addicted Hero
- ajanni at 14-02-2014 06:10 PM (10 years ago)
(m)
 Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin
Posted: at 14-02-2014 06:10 PM (10 years ago) | Grande Master
Reply

fire TRENDING GISTS fire

TODAY'S TOP
  1. Singer Portable Slams His Wife, Bewaji, For Excluding Him From Her Birthday Message To Herself

  2. Lawyer With BSc Drops A Memo For EFCC & Nigerian Lawmakers Over Naira Abuse Brouhaha

  3. Man Arrested By Police For Allegedly Slaughtering 80Yr Old Boss, Wife In Their Abuja Home

  4. Nigerian Man Who Hates Cake, Celebrates Birthday With Bread, Butter, And Akara

  5. '4 Holy Spirits Came Down From Heaven To Rescue Me' -Tiktoker Who Accused Skibii Of Ritual Says

  6. BBN Neo Cries Out Over Accusations Of His Having Affair With AY Makun's Estranged Wife, Mabel

  7. VIDEO: Lady Cries Profusely After Boyfriend Of 6 Years Impregnated Her Best Friend

  8. Nina Ivy Recounts Her Delivery Journey as She Celebrates Her Son’s 4th Birthday (Video)

  9. VID: “I’m Scared, EFCC Are Planning To Arrest Me Because Of VeryDarkMan”– Portable

  10. VIDEO: "I Am A Late Bloomer" - Lady Says As She Acquires Her First Car At 32

  11. JNR POPE: AGN President, Emeka Rollas Speaks on Dragging Adanma Luke to Court

  12. Burna Boy Receives Accolade From Canadian Senate Over ‘Sold Out’ Concert

  13. Davido Collaborates With UnitedMasters To Launch New Music Label

  14. Comedian Sydney Talker Calls For Prayers For Ailing Singer Khaid

  15. Lagos Driver Nabbed For Cramming 11 Children Into His Car Meant For Transporting 5 People

  16. New Super Eagles Head Coach Will Be Announced in Two Weeks - Sports Minister Reveals

  17. Jubilation in JUTH As 49 Year Old Woman Welcomes Quadruplets After 15 Years of Waiting


THIS WEEK
  1. Moment Atiku Abubakar And Nyesom Wike Snub Each Other At PDP National Caucus Meeting (VID)

  2. The Real Reason Tinubu Government Went After Bobrisky - Reno Omokri Drops Bombshell

  3. U.S-Based Model's Accidental Post Of Her With Davido In A 'Cozy" Mood Sparks Rumors(Photos)

  4. Check Out The Video That Got Cubana Chief Priest Into EFCC's Net

  5. Jubilation In Nigeria As Many Are Currently Receiving N50k Inside Their Account From Tinubu

  6. PICS: Ex Ooni Of Ife's Wife, Queen Naomi Ties The Knot Again On Her 31st Birthday

  7. Embarrassing Moment Lady Was Busted For Lying During Her Testimony in Church (Video)

  8. Embarrassing Turn for Afrobeats Star, Davido in Latest Romantic Scandal With American Model

  9. VIDEO: Five Cars And BRT Bus Collide in Multiple Crash Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

  10. Kim Kardashian Shows Off Lots of Flesh as She Debuts Her SKIMS SWIM Summer 2024 Line


TOP MEMBERS: