Not everyone claiming “long-term” is honest. Use this checklist to protect your time, energy, and heart.

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✅ Signs They Might Be Genuine

• Clear, consistent communication about their intentions
• Takes time to get to know you emotionally, not just physically
• Makes future-focused plans (even small ones)
• Shows effort outside of physical interaction
• Respects boundaries and doesn’t pressure you

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🚩 Red Flags: They’re Likely Just Looking for a Hookup

• Profile says “long-term” but quickly pushes for physical meetings
• Messages are mostly flirtatious or sexual rather than meaningful
• Avoids serious or emotional conversations
• Hot and cold behaviour—intense interest, then sudden distance
• You feel like you’re being tested or led on
• They disappear or ghost when boundaries are set
• Excuses and vagueness replace clarity about intentions

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⚖️ Reality Check

If someone keeps claiming long-term but their actions scream casual, trust your instincts.

Clarity comes from patterns, not promises.
The right person won’t leave you guessing—they’ll consistently show up as they say.

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Dating tip: Focus on behaviour over words—it’s the only way to see the truth clearly.