10 signs that a man will be faithful to you for life, according to psychology

When we feel like we’ve (finally) found our other half, all we want is to keep them by our side. Even though the idea of ​​spending an entire life as a couple with the same person may seem outdated or idealistic today, some of us still manage to do it! One of the first pillars of a solid and lasting relationship is loyalty. But how do you know if your partner always will?

According to psychology, certain behaviors could help you know if a man will remain faithful to you for life. These characteristics can be observed from the beginning of a relationship. As reported Hack Spiritthere would be in particular 10 Warning Signs and Early Indicators of Long-Term Loyalty.

1) He tells the truth (even about the little things)

A man who tells the truth about the little things will also be more likely to be honest about the big or more serious things. If he opens up easily, he will be the kind of man who will remain loyal to you, without cheating on you and without hiding dark secrets from you.

“Honest people try to understand and empathize with the feelings of others. They respect the needs and different points of view of others.”underline researchers Shahar Ayal and Guy Hochman in their study on dishonesty, published in 2016 in the journal Frontiers in Psychology.

2) He confides in you regularly

Some people have difficulty opening up and confiding easily. Certainly. But, in the long term, if a man never communicates (or barely communicates effectively), there is a problem. He would actually be more likely to hide things from you and subsequently break your trust. Conversely, a man who expresses himself openly is more likely to be faithful.

3) He doesn’t shut down in difficult times

In difficult times, a man who can open up about his condition, stay honest about his feelings, and continue to communicate with you without shutting down like an oyster is invaluable. A partner who strives to engage in constructive dialogue and seek mutual understanding with you, even when there are tensions or deep disagreements, usually turns out to be loyal.

4) He is self-aware and true to himself

Remaining open and communicative during tough times requires a certain level of self-awareness. The kind of man who doesn’t shy away and hide, or who doesn’t deceive when angry, is often able to face difficult emotions and situations without flinching.

A partner who has a deep understanding of himself and who combines it with unfailing authenticity is true to who he is. This also makes him loyal to everyone else around him, including you. If he’s in a relationship, it’s for good.

5) He is open about his sexual preferences and experiences

Being open about sexual desires and preferences is a crucial part of a relationship. Men who are transparent about what they like in bed and how they feel about sexuality stay with their other half their whole lives. And for good reason, instead of playing a role that he thinks he “should” play or hiding his true desires, this type of man tells you what he really wants and wants to hear what you want too.

If he is open to exploring sexuality and intimacy, it means he has no intention of looking for love elsewhere. “Sometimes the lack of sexual response is a physical manifestation of how we feel about life or about a sexual partner: our body speaks the truth where our mind cannot.”estimates psychotherapist Judy Scheel.

6) He has good self-control

Self-control is an essential quality for a loyal man. If you start dating, observe his ability to control himself and stick to a schedule, diet, commitments, and his own promises (even for small things). How he behaves in situations that require self-control, such as shopping or eating, says a lot about his subsequent behavior in a relationship.

7) He’s not constantly defensive or playing a role

One who remains faithful throughout her life is not constantly on the defensive regarding her character or faults. He admits his faults, without reveling in them or depreciating himself like a man lacking self-confidence would do. He doesn’t play the role of “good guy” and doesn’t feel the need to be perfect. He understands that deception is common and a temptation for many people. It’s just that he, personally, would never do it. It is this authenticity that can allow you to trust him.

8) He faced (and accepted) his dark side

People who do not confront their desires, their fears, their unresolved conflicts end up being assailed by impulses, by confusion, by loneliness or by anger. They can then get lost along the way. A man who has faced his own dark side tends to remain faithful. He knows his weaknesses intimately and knows what he wants to improve about himself. And when he commits, he does it with all his heart.

9) He is aware of his family patterns and traumas

An individual who is aware of his family traumas and the impact they can have on his relationships has a good chance of being a faithful person. He may have attended therapy, done inner work, or meditated to understand how the influence of his parents and the family dynamic he grew up in shaped him. If he can struggle to get rid of it, he is at least aware of it and tries not to reproduce certain errors.

10) He is loyal to others

A man who is loyal to others is a solid man. His unfailing loyalty and commitment in all areas (work, friendship, etc.) gives him a good reputation. He has flaws, but one would never accuse him of being a hypocrite, and he never betrays those close to him. All this indicates that a man is capable of being faithful to you all his life, because his mindset is based on solid trust.

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