People Answer What Signs You Should Look Out For During The First Date To Know If The Relationship Will Work
Reddit offers its wisdom to everyone looking for love in the form of 'green flags.'
Some people can tell within minutes whether a first date has real potential, and Reddit had plenty to say about the signs that matter most.
In a recent AskReddit thread, users shared the green flags they noticed early on in dating, from small acts of kindness to the kind of communication that makes a relationship feel easy. The stories ranged from funny to surprisingly sweet, and many came from people reflecting on the moments that made them realize they had found someone worth keeping around.
These answers are a reminder that the best clues often show up early, if you know where to look. Read on.
1. A girlfriend who's not only handy with tools but also ready with the drinks (and puns)
Offspring222. This person who wasn't fazed by a pet in distress and went above and beyond to help
Nurse_PoundCake3. A couple with healthy communication
moviesandcats
4. This good guy who didn't look down on his significant other and also shares his crispy fries
AlternativeEducator8
5. An introvert's dream date
emlabb
6. The true test of a person's real personality is when they're inconvenienced
14kanthropologist
7. The girlfriend who's literally there every step of the way
TehAntiPope
8. When your date doesn't overreact when things don't go according to plan. Happy anniversary to this couple!
KuroiSuisei
9. When your significant other doesn't snap at you when you ask for help, they're a keeper!
thelife0fZ
10. Tell me who your friends are
soulfulsnack
11. The partner who didn't make a big deal out of a minor mess
gayaxotlz
12. There's an old proverb that real love is not your heart skipping a beat; it's when your soul finally feels peace
adm0210
13. The 23-year relationship that started with a companionable road trip
aecarol1
14. Your significant other is for keeps when they make unscheduled trips to the store more fun
alalal982
This also feels like the AITA where someone chooses a long-time friend over a demanding girlfriend.
15. This cute first date who wasn't fazed by the unfortunate event
angeluscado
16. The significant other who knows you're still your own person and has no problem with it
ReeG
17. It's truly the little things that show they care about you and the things that are important to you
esg4571
18. Find someone who will go out of their way to help a stranger
MyTrashyRedditAcc
19. Open communication, even when you're upset, is important
mrunique07
20. Someone you can spend hours sitting on the couch with...
TheMeta40k
21. ...this commenter agreed and shared their own perspective on silence
boulomai_mathein
22. A great sense of humor is a must!
Caprilounge
23. Listening is important...
24. ...especially to this partner who's a thoughtful 'listening gift' giver
scarrlet
25. Be with someone who will lift you up without changing who you are...
BeachTimePlz
26. ...like the supportive partner who encouraged their significant other to dream bigger
awomanhasnoname666
27. The quick date that turned into a late-night stroll
civilben
28. Someone you can be silly with
Alonso81687
29. The importance of respecting someone's individuality even when in a serious relationship
MovingOn1994
30. The person who knows that you have your own preferences...
literallynorealplan
31. ...like this couple who values each other's taste in music
sohcgt96
32. We vouch for the shopping cart theory
Random1name9
33. When you are on the same wavelength
RNN2734
34. We cannot stress this enough: set boundaries...
PM_Me_UrRightNipple
35. ...follow the lead of this couple
sunbear2525
Not everyone believes in 'the one.' Not everyone finds that one true love people write songs about.
However, if you know what to look for, love and relationships don't have to be a battlefield. Good relationships mean waking up on a Sunday morning and being excited because you get to spend the whole day doing nothing with your partner.
Hopefully, with these awesome examples of green flags, we can all find that person you can be stuck in an elevator with. Don't lose hope because there's someone out there who's right for you.
When you met your significant other, how did you know that would be the last first date of your life? We'd love to hear your story!
Want to know how messy it gets when you try to set boundaries in a secret friend relationship, read this AITA about wanting boundaries with a friend turned secret partner.
