What is Protected?
You sense that the other person has your back, even when you are not in the room. Their presence creates a kind of shelter that helps you move through challenges with less fear. Being protected in a relationship means knowing someone is actively looking out for your wellbeing.
When you might feel protected
Protected is a specific form of safe, which itself is a type of trusting. You might experience this feeling in situations where trusting is present, particularly when the circumstances align with the nuances that define protected.