If Your Man Has These 6 Unique Qualities, He's A Genuinely Good Partner
These unique qualities reveal when you've got a man who's the real deal.
Getty Images | Unsplash The most genuine partners aren't necessarily the ones who sweep you off your feet initially, but those who demonstrate emotional intelligence, reliability, and empathy in everyday moments. Recent research has shown that while chemistry and compatibility matter, it's the deeper character traits that predict long-term relationship success.
Relationships are complex, regardless of your and your partner’s personality styles. But depending on which traits you both exhibit more or less of, they could determine how good or bad the relationship will be. If your partner consistently demonstrates these qualities, you're likely with someone who understands that love isn't just a feeling, it's a daily choice to show up and support the person they care about.
If your man has these six unique qualities, he's a genuinely good partner:
1. Conscientiousness
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A conscientious partner is persistent and responsible, and they’re going to take you and the relationship very seriously. "As might be expected, high levels of this trait predict relationship satisfaction, in part because these traits signify low impulsivity and high interpersonal trust,” says clinical psychologist, Dr. Noam Shpancer.
Studies have also shown that the chances of infidelity increase with someone who is not conscientious.
2. Playfulness
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We all have an inner child. But those who let their inner child out more may be better off in relationships. A recent study even shows that participants who described themselves as playful also preferred their partners to be playful, funny, and more laid-back.
Furthermore, the participants who were in relationships assessed themselves as more playful than those who were currently single. "To women, playfulness can indicate a low level of aggression in men, and to men, it can signal vitality in women," says Pennsylvania State University professor Dr. Garry Chick.
3. Agreeableness
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A person with a high level of agreeableness is usually warm, friendly, and tactful. They generally have an optimistic view and get along well with others.
While it’s easier to have relationships with these types of people, the truth is that all relationships will have disagreements at times. It’s just how you get over them.
"Realize that not every disagreement needs to be an argument. Of course, this doesn’t mean you bow to someone else’s demands when it’s something you feel strongly about, but take the time to question the level of importance of the matter at hand," says life coach Stacey Hagen.
4. Extroversion
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It may be easier for an extrovert to land dates, but harder for them to actually stay in relationships. "Extroverts tend to be happier, more socially connected, and more charismatic than introverts.
On the other hand, this can undermine relationships because it is associated with adventurism," says Dr. Shpancer. In other words, extroverts might prefer short-term relationships without exclusivity over committed relationships.
5. Inquisitiveness
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Inquisitiveness goes beyond showing surface-level curiosity about your likes and dislikes. They ask follow-up questions, remember small details from past conversations, and show genuine interest in your thoughts and experiences.
Almost just as important, you get the distinct feeling that he's not only waiting for you to finish talking so that he can talk about himself.
6. Sensitivity
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If you’re in a relationship with a highly sensitive person, plan on being loved deeply, but take caution in how you react to their emotions. Dr. Elaine Aron, author of The Highly Sensitive Person, writes that it can hurt when a sensitive person’s emotions are viewed as a weakness.
"The relationship style of a sensitive person will be more loving, caring, and intimate," adds relationship expert Dr. Nikki Goldstein. "It doesn’t mean that intimacy with them can’t be wild, but you most likely will find that during the wildness, intimacy and closeness are still there."
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