You might be happy about going on another date with someone you really like, whom you met a few weeks ago. But in the early stages of dating, it’s important to be careful and watch for signs that something might not be right. Sometimes, we ignore these signs because we’re excited, but it’s really important to pay close attention to how the person behaves.
If the person you’re dating is doing any of these 10 things, it could mean they’re not being genuine, and it might be a good idea to think about ending the relationship.
1. He shows up late
It can be really annoying when you have to wait for your date to show up. You might start feeling more and more nervous as you wait, and you could even get tired. You might wonder how many cups of coffee you can order while you wait for them. You might also send them many messages asking if everything is okay. If your date is always late, it shows that they might not respect you.
2. He sees you as an open book
You’ve been honest with this guy about yourself, what you want in life, and how you feel about relationships. But when it comes to him, he doesn’t share much. He’s curious about your life but doesn’t answer your questions about his own. In a healthy relationship, both people should be open and share. If he’s keeping things secret or not being open, it can make you feel like he’s not fully committed to the relationship.
3. He is a big flirt
This guy is constantly flirting with you, and it feels like he’s about to ask you out any moment. The issue is, he never actually asks you out. When a guy flirts a lot but doesn’t take any real steps towards dating, it can be frustrating. It’s like he’s treating flirting as a game, but it doesn’t lead to anything meaningful. It can feel like a waste of your time.
4. He paints himself as a hermit
He appears to have a busy social life on Instagram and Facebook, but he never wants to go out on public dates with you. Instead, he often suggests bringing food to your place or having you over to his. It seems like he’s not comfortable being open about whatever is happening between you, and he doesn’t want to act like a couple when you’re out in public. In simple terms, he might not be serious about you.
5. He’s keen to “keep things as they are”
This is a big sign that he might not be serious about you. You’ve moved past the early dating stage and now, you want to have a more serious relationship with him. But when you ask him about it, he says he wants to keep things casual because he likes how they are. This can be frustrating because after a few weeks of dating, he should know what he wants. If he’s not sure or doesn’t seem interested in a more committed relationship, he might only want to hang out casually.
6. He acts weird when you surprise him
If you were in his neighborhood (although it’s unlikely), and you decided to visit him at his home without letting him know in advance, would he be happy to see you? If not, that’s a sign that he might not have good intentions. If you don’t want to surprise him with a visit, you could try calling him out of the blue. If he’s never available or doesn’t make an effort to meet up, that tells you a lot.
Have you experienced any of these signs or have your own insights to share? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
