Humility and relationship outcomes in couples: The mediating role of commitment.

Abstract

We examined the role of humility in romantic relationships in this study. Specifically, we tested a theoretical model in which perceptions of humility are associated with commitment in romantic relationships, which in turn are associated with positive relationship outcomes. Participants (N 459) who reported being involved in romantic relationships completed measures of perceptions of their partners’ humility, as well as their levels of commitment to the relationships, relationship satisfaction, and forgiveness of their partners. Perceptions of humility were positively related to relationship outcomes (i.e., relationship satisfaction and forgiveness), and these associations were partially mediated by commitment. We conclude by providing implications for research and practice.