The term “green flag” is often used in connection with dating. Here’s what it means and how to use it.
“Green flags” are subjective, positive signs when getting to know a new person. (Source: IgorVetushko / depositphotos.com)
That means green flag: positive signs when getting to know a person
The term “green flag” is mainly used in connection with dating and describes positive signs when getting to know a person. The positive signs can be characteristics, behaviors or general attitudes that indicate that you are a match and that the “conditions” for a healthy and stable relationship are in place.
You should keep your “green flags” in mind when meeting new people so you can decide if it’s worth the time and effort. Of course, everyone has different points that are important in a good relationship, so there are no universal “green flags”.
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Examples of a “green flag”
Empathy, emotional intelligence, attentiveness, presence, clarity, reliability, respect, and kindness are common examples of a “green flag” and can serve as cues that make getting to know each other more promising. The term is not limited to romantic, but also to platonic relationships such as friendships.
Person A: How was your date yesterday? Person B: Really good, she has a really positive attitude, was easy to have a conversation with and it seemed really real. Person A: That sounds like a “green flag”, I hope for you that it isn’t fake.
Here are two superficial examples from TikTok:
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