Are we still dating or is it over?

[Anonymous]

I went on a first date with a guy and we had a great time and ended up back at his place. We made out and had a bit of fun. When things calmed down he shared that he was struggling with Depression and didn’t want to bring me into that. The energy changed and I asked him if he was wanting something more casual. He said no and I shared that I was newly dating again and while a relationship is something I want in the future I’m not quite ready for that yet. He drove me back to my car afterwards and hugged me goodbye. When I got home I texted him saying that I was open to continuing to get to know each other and to take each day at a time. He said he felt the same way and now I haven’t heard from him for a few days. Should I give this more time or should I assume that he’s ghosting me and it’s over?

[btbc92]

Here is the problem. If that guy is depressed, he shouldn't be dating. He shouldn't be getting involved with women on that level. Thank God he was honest, but this is why you be friends, not date. It sounds like to me your not really dating, but maybe not ghosted. More like you in a standstill and he is contemplating if anything. If you heard nothing from him in a week or two, it may be safe you have been ghosted. Remember he is depressed. Just try overall reaching out to the guy and see what is happening. You can just be friends, and you leave it at that. Dating like that is a big no-no. As he said, he doesn't need to drag you down with it.