• He frequently texts or calls you, but avoids making plans for the future: If he’s always texting and calling you but never seems to want to make concrete plans beyond next weekend, it could be a sign that he likes spending time with you but is afraid of committing. Maybe he just doesn’t want to give up his freedom to do whatever he wants whenever he wants.
• He gets jealous when you talk about other guys, but won’t label your relationship as exclusive: If he acts possessive over you while not wanting to put a label on things, it might mean that commitment scares him. Don’t worry; this isn’t necessarily because there’s something wrong with YOU – maybe HE’S the one who needs therapy!
• He opens up emotionally and shares personal details, but doesn’t want to discuss long-term goals with you: It can feel like talking about “the future” makes everything too real sometimes! Just because someone enjoys sharing their feelings with you doesn’t mean they’re ready for marriage or kids. Give them space (and time!) if they need it.
• He introduces you to friends and family, but keeps things casual between just the two of you: Meeting his mom is great…but what does it really MEAN? Even though introducing someone new into your life may seem like an indicator of commitment readiness at first glance – remember that some people are more comfortable keeping their romantic relationships separate from their social lives.
• He initiates physical intimacy with you, but pulls away if it starts getting too serious: This guy clearly has some issues around emotional vulnerability! While sex can be fun without any strings attached – if every time things start feeling intimate in another way (e.g., cuddling) leads him running scared then perhaps its best not trying anything further than kissing until both parties are sure where each other stands
• He talks about how much he enjoys spending time with you ,but never mentions anything beyond the present moment: If you’re having a great time together, why ruin it by talking about “the future”? Maybe he’s just trying to enjoy what’s happening now without worrying too much about tomorrow. Or maybe he’s secretly waiting for an alien invasion that will make all long-term plans irrelevant.
• He may have been hurt or betrayed in the past, leading him to be hesitant about getting into a serious relationship: We’ve all got baggage! But some people are more comfortable carrying their emotional luggage around than others. Just because someone has been burned before doesn’t mean they’ll never be ready for commitment again – but it might take them longer to trust and open up.
• He might prioritize his career or personal goals over settling down with someone right now: Some people are married to their work (or hobbies!) and don’t want any distractions from achieving their dreams. While this can feel frustrating if you’re looking for something more serious, remember that there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to relationships!
• He could feel overwhelmed by the idea of committing to one person for an extended period of time: Commitment feels like a big deal sometimes! It means giving up your freedom, making sacrifices and putting another person first on occasion…and not everyone is cut out for that kind of lifestyle. Give him space (and patience) while he figures things out.
• He may not want to risk losing his independence and freedom that comes with being single: Being able to do whatever you want whenever you want sounds pretty appealing at times! And while most people eventually crave companionship over solitude…some folks really value their autonomy above all else.
• He could be unsure if you’re “the one” and doesn’t want to lead you on if he’s still figuring things out.: Figuring out who we are compatible with takes time – even when everything seems perfect at first glance!. Don’t worry if he’s not ready to commit yet – this doesn’t mean you’re not “the one” for him…just that he needs more time to figure it out.
• It’s possible that he simply enjoys your company but isn’t ready for anything more than a casual fling: Not everyone wants the same thing from relationships! If you’re looking for something serious and committed, make sure to communicate this early on. And if all they want is some fun without any strings attached? Well, at least now you know where things stand!
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