Guys, does this phrase scare you, and how soon is too soon?

The worst thing I've EVER done in my life was NOT to say that to someone until it was too late - I still think about her often and this is 15 years on. I'd have rather have said it when I should have done rather than have broken up and realised..."hell she is special and she's moved on because I wouldn't commit". Say it. Worse that can happen is to find out the guy doesn't feel the same way and then at least you know where you stand.

Go for it, there's no time like the present :) wait until your together and doing something fun, or even just sat in watching a movie, or when you next say goodbye to him. you could either make a big thing of it or you could just say it playfully at first and see how he reacts, say it with a big smile on your face and it will put him at ease. if he says it back just ask innocently 'really?' :) always works haha. and if he doesn't then just carry on what your doing and don't let it make the atmosphere awkward. If it has got to him that much he will bring it up in a future conversation and you will have to tell him how strongly you feel for him then anyway. You might as wel go ahead and do it! :) best of luck.

I had those three words on my lips for ages, but I kept them locked away until I thought it was right and gave subtle hints for ages about the way I felt. So glad I did'nt say them now, because I now realise the guy didn't feel the same way. Although sometimes I still get that little voice wondering if things would have been different if I had said them.

Don't keep your emotions locked away, you only get one shot at life. If things are meant to be they will, if not repair your broken heart and make sure its healed for the one who deserves it.

I always thought guys would be the first to run at the sound of a all too early "I love you". In my experience though it's always been the men that have said it way too soon, and I was the one running. I thought I'd enjoy having someone love me, but I didn't nearly as much as I thought I did. however if you do feel you love him than you shouldn't keep it to yourself. Eight months isn't too bad, I've had guys say it after like a week - Definitely 'run' worthy..