11 Signs You’re Dating an Emotionally Unavailable Man
Is there something not quite right about your new almost-bae?
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Peace Out - Is there something not quite right about your new almost-bae? Is he there, but…not there? Read on to learn the most common signs that he’s not quite on your emotional level, then seriously consider moving on. By Kenrya Rankin Naasel (Photo: Image Source/Corbis)
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He’s Not Empathetic - He doesn’t seem to be able to tell when you’re upset, and if you clue him in, he doesn’t really seem to care. With this guy, your problems are you own; he’ll call on you when you’re over whatever is bothering you. (Photo: Wavebreak Media LTD/Wavebreak Media Ltd./Corbis)
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He Has a Serious Mouthpiece - Men who are quick with the compliments but have trouble holding a serious conversation are often more interested in chasing you than actually catching you. Proceed with caution. (Photo: Boone Rodriguez/Corbis)
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You’re Becoming a Master Dentist - Talking to this dude about anything deeper than the weather feels like pulling teeth. He seems incapable of discussing his feelings — about you, about his boss, about his mother — and even seems annoyed that you might want him to. (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis)
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You Know Way Too Much About His Ex - This guy actually opened up enough to be in a relationship…but he’s clearly not over it. So he talks about his ex. All. The. Time. He needs to close that door before he can open yours. (Photo: Monkey Business Images/Monkey Business/Corbis)
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He Can Be Hard to Find - Emotionally unavailable folks can often be physically unavailable, too. He may pop up when it’s convenient for him, then disappear for a week with or without excuses. (Photo: GettyImages)
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He Has Never Been in a Long-Term Relationship - A man who makes it to his mid or late 20s without ever being in a serious relationship is a man who doesn't want to be in a relationship — or doesn't know how. He may have trouble opening up enough to get over the intimacy hump. (Photo: Tim Robbins/Mint Images/Corbis)
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He Tells You - When someone tells you something, believe it. He may joke that he isn’t good at relationships or even tell you straight up that he’s not ready for a commitment. Don’t be that chick who laughs it off and thinks that she can be the one to change him. You can’t. (Photo: Don Mason/CORBIS)
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He Doesn’t Make Plans - You want him to join you at your best friend’s wedding, but he’s noncommittal. Or you think it would be fun to plan a vacation for next summer, but he won’t give you dates that work for him. That guy isn’t able to commit to being with you tomorrow, let alone forever. (Photo: Getty Stock Images)
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His Pants Are on Fire - This cat has no qualms about lying. Whether he broke your television or cheated with your home girl, you could catch him red-handed, and he will still tell you that you’re tripping. Run. (Photo: Image by Sonja Pacho/Corbis)
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