Standing Out in Relationships Through Loyalty
If you’re looking for a way to stand out among other potential daters, consider being loyal in a relationship. Choosing and committing to being a loyal partner not only sets you apart but also puts you on a path less taken. Loyalty involves committing to being respectful, supportive, and protective of your partner. It means taking actions that are transparent and ensuring your behaviors match your words. While this may expose you to heartbreak, and you cannot control your partner’s actions if they find loyalty challenging, it will leave you feeling better about your own actions and your ability to stay true to your word.
Although loyalty may seem old-fashioned or out of date, it is essential for creating a healthy relationship where both people feel secure and safe. Here are some ways loyalty supports trust:
Loyalty builds trust because it shows your partner you’re dependable and responsible, and won’t crumble when things go badly or unexpectedly.
Loyalty means accepting your partner for who they are. This allows your partner to feel safe and protected, making it easier for them to admit their weaknesses as well as their strengths.
Loyalty acts as a buffer because when you’re loyal, you stand with your partner. It’s two against the world instead of one.
Loyalty is a foundational building block for encouraging transparency, vulnerability, and a sense of security in your relationship. It promotes a strong sense of mental well-being and stabilizes children growing up in your relationship.
If you want to stand out from the crowd and are ready to commit to building a relationship you love, consider practicing loyalty when dating:
Communicate honestly: Use fewer words and more transparency. When you’re loyal, you don’t need excessive verbiage to say what you mean. Your actions follow your words and are transparent. You’re upfront, and if your partner sees your phone, you don’t worry about what they’ll see.
Make a commitment to yourself and your relationships: As a loyal person, you are honest about your intentions. If your date isn’t the one, you tell them as soon as you know. You don’t string them along or pretend you’re committed when you’re not.
Express gratitude: It’s amazing when you can be honest, and your partner reciprocates. You frequently tell your partner how grateful you are to have found someone like them.
Stay focused during tough times: Your loyalty helps you remain steadfast. When challenges arise, you don’t throw in the towel. You problem-solve together and strive for a win-win solution. Your goal is clear: to remain a loyal, committed partner, so you don’t worry about missing out on other less important events or activities.
Practice forgiveness: Understand that neither of you is perfect. Loyal partners recognize imperfections and work on themselves to improve the relationship.
Respect yourself: Take care of yourself and ask for help when needed. When things aren’t going well, you talk to trusted friends or seek therapy to work through trouble spots, allowing you to continue being honest and transparent with each other. Loyal individuals know that while telling a white lie might be easier, they value their truth and that of their partner, preventing them from lying or making untruthful promises.
Being a loyal person requires bravery and a willingness to stand alone at times. You might not have many dates, but the ones you do have will either deepen or end clearly. When you’re transparent with your words and actions, game players can’t fool you, and those leading you on will soon be revealed. You can walk away with self-respect, knowing you left your ex better for having known you. Loyal partners are not soon forgotten.