India, Dec. 14 -- In relationships, emotional safety is one of the most important aspects. It is the relief of being yourself with someone without being judged. As a concept, it seems very simple: feel safe, seen, and understood. But getting there usually takes a bunch of imperfect, real-life work. Here are some expert-backed habits that can help couples build emotional safety. Boundaries protect both partners. They can be physical, emotional, or even financial. When they're respected, trust grows instead of fraying. Your face, tone, posture speak long before you do. As Dr Jake Porter explains,"If you approach your partners with hard eyes, tightly pressed lips, and short words, they may not feel safe." Dr Isabelle Morley describes it as putting away the defences and actually taking in what your partner says. Openness builds trust. You don't have to overshare, but secrecy creates cracks. Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin frames it as curiosity over judgment: "Most people's motivations are subconscious. This is why assumptions derail connection. Follow-through matters. Small, consistent steps show reliability more than grand gestures. HTC...