A good or healthy relationship between two people is surrounded by mutual respect, equality, trust communication, and freedom. Each person is allowed to be an individual within the relationship. Both people grow independently of each other and as a couple. "Yes" answers to these questions are good signals in a relationship: However, characteristics like disrespect, fear, jealousy, and possessiveness are traits of an unhealthy relationship. If you're not sure about a specific situation, check the list of warning signs. Natali is my boyfriend's sister. She's gay, but she hasn't told her parents yet - they'd completely freak out.