1.
Each person values who the other is and understands the other person's boundaries.
2.
Partners should place trust in each other and give each other the benefit of the doubt.
3.
Speaking and acting truthfully builds trust and strengthens the relationship.
4.
Each partner acknowledges different points of view and is willing to give and take.
5.
Neither partner should have to compromise who he/she is, and his/her identity should not be based on a partner's.
6.
Each partner should speak honestly and openly to avoid miscommunication.
7.
One partner makes all the decisions and tells the other what to do or what not to do.
8.
A negative, aggressive attitude or behavior characterized by deep-seated ill will, antagonism, and resentment. One dating partner picks a fight with or antagonizes the other dating partner.
9.
One dating partner feels that he or she "cannot live without" the other.
10.
One dating partner tries to control aspects of the other's life by making the other partner fearful or timid.
11.
The state of being equal. sharing the power, not bossing each other around.
12.
Feeling cared for and respected.
13.
Your partner calls you names, puts you down or makes you feel bad in front of others.
14.
Your partner gets angry easily and you don't know what will set them off.
15.
Your partner pushes you to do things you don't want to do or aren't ready for.
16.
Agreement as to action or opinion. Required, every time.
