Loyalty

We value loyalty in a variety of relationships, including those with our loved ones, friends, romantic partners, coworkers, organizations, religions, and countries. Being loyal is accepting and loving someone for who they are while not threatening to leave them when circumstances change. Loyalty is demonstrated by people sticking it out, supporting one another, and enduring hardships together.

What are the characteristics of loyalty?

Consistency
Loyalty entails being consistent in how you treat, behave, and regard others. It's critical to be dependable and reliable—someone who can be counted on to show up. Loyalty also entails consistently treating the other person with kindness, fairness, and generosity of spirit.

Transparency and honesty
Being vulnerable and not hiding aspects of one's identity or life are important aspects of loyalty. People who share their thoughts and feelings demonstrate a willingness to be known and to be known by others in a genuine and open manner.