What do you do when someone you love is not ready?
INSIDER spoke with relationship expert and columnist April Masini about what to do when your partner wants to take things slower than you had in mind.
- Accept reality.
- Let your partner know what you want.
- Be open to compromising.
- Give yourself a margin of time to make a decision.
- Check yourself.
- Take every factor into account.
Is it worth waiting for someone who isn’t ready?
Waiting can help solidify your partner’s decision, but even more importantly, it creates a healthier dynamic for long-lasting relationships. In fact, rather than rushing into a major commitment, taking it slow builds a connection that you’ll both strive to maintain.
Can you love someone and not be ready for a relationship?
1 Love and Commitment In other words, you can be in love but not feel ready for a commitment. For example, you may develop strong feelings for someone soon after leaving a relationship but feel like you need time to sort out your emotions before starting a new relationship.
What are the signs of forcing a relationship?
You want a relationship more than you want the person.
Should you wait for someone you love?
It’s one thing to wait for a person who makes an honest effort for you, but quite another to wait for somebody who doesn’t seem to care. Another thing to keep in mind is that waiting for someone allows to clear your mind and figure out if you yourself actually like that person.
Why is someone not ready for a relationship?
New York-based psychotherapist Lillian Rishty said that someone who utters the words ‘I’m not ready to date’ could be harboring anxiety about losing their independence if they begin a new relationship. ‘They may begin to feel trapped or fear giving up their own interests, hobbies and time.