1. They're there for you 

A safe person will be there for you whenever you need someone to talk to or someone to help you. They will support you no matter what they are going through. They don’t expect anything in return from you

2. They respect your time

Safe people will respect your time and will not keep you waiting or cancel at the last minute because it is akin to a broken promise. Safe people will not rush or drag things out when it is important to you.

3. They are compassionate

Both these traits demonstrate that the person can think of others well and doesn't consider themselves as more important than anyone else. Because they are more outwardly focused, they're less likely to step on your toes or betray you to get something they need or want.

4. They are truthful. 

Safe people will not lie to you. Safe people are honest and will let you know if you are at risk in any way, help you out if you are in trouble and are honest in helping you deal with your problems. Safe people will identify as truthful from their actions and body language.

5. They respect your boundaries

Safe people don't try to control or force certain behaviours in others to suit their own needs. They are not bullies and they respect the actions, ethics and effort you make in all facets of your life

6. You can open up 

Safe people will be open and expressive in their relationship with you. They will admit their weaknesses and not hone in and exploit your weaknesses. You can open up with your emotions to a safe person with the expectation they will not exploit them

7. Safe people are empathetic

Safe people can understand and share your feelings without judging you, finding fault in you or blaming you for any of their issues. A Safe person will help you to take steps to deal with your problems even if it forces them to face their own issues.

8. Safe people earn your trust

Safe people will earn your trust over time. Safe people will confide in you as well - which is an additional layer of trust. Safe people will consistently be there for you when you need them and will not ask for anything in return.  Safe people will always follow through on what they say they will do which is the key way that they can build trust with you. They have your back.

9. Safe people are patient

Safe people will wait patiently for you to express your feelings to them or tell you about an issue that you have been grappling with. A safe person will often sense that you have an issue but will not make you rush to articulate it to them. A safe person will not be aggressive, but will take responsibility for how you are feeling at any point in time.

10. Safe people will grow with you

Safe people will adapt and grow with you, especially in times of crisis. Self improvement is even more important in times of crisis and a safe person will help you come out the other end. Safe people will never inhibit your personal growth.