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“Green flags are positive indicators that a connection has the potential to flourish into a safe, healthy, lasting relationship,” Shanita Brown, PhD, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and instructor of counselor education at East Carolina University, tells SELF.

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When it comes to relationship deal breakers, there’s virtually no end to the list. From seemingly harmless behaviors like love bombing to talking smack about exes, red flags get plenty of attention in the dating world—even if some people choose to ignore them. What you don’t hear about as often? Green flags in a relationship—you know, those promising signs that pop up and may shake you to your core because they’re so damn rare. “Green flags are positive indicators that a connection has the potential to flourish into a safe, healthy, lasting relationship,” Shanita Brown, PhD, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and instructor of counselor education at East Carolina University, tells SELF. “They’re a good sign that you’re compatible with that person and can form a healthy bond.” That all sounds lovely, and like what most people want in a partner, right? But in reality, green flags don’t always get the appreciation they deserve. “For many people, their default mode is to scan for red flags in relationships,” Kelly E. Green, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist and associate professor of psychology at St. Edward’s University in Austin, tells SELF. “We’re conditioned to look out for danger more than safety in most areas of our lives,” she says. This “negativity bias” isn’t entirely unhelpful, of course: It’s super important to look out for indicators of a toxic person. But by failing to note the good stuff, you could also miss out on something really great. That’s why we asked Dr. Green and other experts for their top relationship green flags. Surprisingly (or maybe not?), the list is far shorter than the red flags that should send you sprinting in the other direction.

1. They respect your boundaries, full stop.

The lines you draw for yourself in relationships are not only a way to ensure you feel comfortable and safe, but also to show yourself respect—and ask for respect from others. That’s why, according to Dr. Brown, when someone crosses those lines, or even slightly pushes them, you’re in red flag territory. On the flip side, when someone is respectful of and curious about your boundaries and needs, that’s a big ol’ green flag. It’s an “appreciation of your individuality” and an open-minded acceptance of those limits you’ve set for yourself, Dr. Brown says. If you tell a boundary-respecter that you don’t like to jog with other people because it’s your precious alone time, they might ask you about your feelings but they won’t guilt trip you, even if they’d prefer to hit the road together. If a certain sexual activity makes you uncomfortable and you’re simply not interested in doing it, they won’t get angry or continuously try to push for you to give in. Along with respect, honoring boundaries is also about “feeling supported and safe to be vulnerable,” Dr. Brown says. 2. They know how to express their feelings—or are actively working on their communication skills. You’ve heard it a million times for good reason: Communication is key in any healthy relationship. It won’t shock you to learn, then, that being able to talk with your partner in a productive and healthy way, in which you “both feel really seen and heard,” is the ultimate green flag, according to Dr. Green.

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Sex talk: 6 erogenous zones in men Ears. Sensually swirl your tongue into his ears, nipple and suck on his ear lobes. ... Neck. Men have certain erogenous points around the neck - it can above the collarbone or at the end of his hairline. ... Scrotum. ... Nipples. ... Perineum. ... Skin.

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Women generally know how to make their men happy, but do you know there are erogenous zones on his body that will drive him crazy?We list the 6 erogenous zones in men that you should start working on!Sensually swirl your tongue into his ears, nipple and suck on his ear lobes. Whisper into his ‘right’ ear what you would like to do to him, as the right ear is connected with the part of the brain that controls happiness.Men have certain erogenous points around the neck - it can above the collarbone or at the end of his hairline. The best option is to work on two pleasure points at the same time, like nibbling his ear lobes while caressing the nape of his neck.Scrotum is sensitive and responds best to light fingertip caresses, licking, gentle sucking, stroking. If the fondling is not tender, the skin loses sensitivity. Remember that the testicles are sensitive and should never be gripped hard or bitten in the heat of passion – which can kill his ardour forever.Always ask if you can suck them, all men don’t enjoy it. Again gently!The ridge between the back of his scrotum and his anus is the Perineum. Pressure with the fingertips at the mid point of the ridge can induce an erection or restore a flagging one.Explore every inch of his body from his big toe to his big grin. Massage the length of the spine, buttocks, inside of the thigh, biceps with lotion. Physical contact itself is one way to heighten the passion.Read more Personal Health, Diet & Fitness stories on www.healthmeup.com

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