I am new to the dating world again and so bad at it! I went on a 4th date and we had a great time. He kissed me at the end of the date and said “I’ll be in touch, are you around this weekend?”. When he left I panicked (probably due to the few glasses of wine I had) and texted him “I want you to come back! to give me another kiss…” He came back but kind of seemed like he thought I was being ridiculous (but maybe he was just flirting). He kissed me long and hard. I should have left it at that but instead I said “I’m sorry I am so bad at dating and I get so nervous” (we both just started dating again after long relationships that ended awhile ago). He said he was relieved to hear that, b/c he also over thinks when he leaves me. Then I just should have shut my mouth! But I said “you are hard to read”. He asked why, and I said I don’t know you just make me nervous, I can’t tell what you want. He said he had been single a year and was just adjusting to the idea of a relationship but wasn’t really dating anyone else. This was all awkward because we were standing in my front door way. He said I don't want to leave if you are nervous, I feel empathetic to you. I thanked him again for a nice night and said I’d be fine. He ended it with “I’ll talk to you. You’re good” and gave me a little kiss. I just have this sick feeling like I was so nutty and wish I had said nothing and not asked him to come back…. wondering if this sounds like a deal breaker or if I should reach out and say anything or just wait to hear from him?
Nah... That wasn't nearly as awkward as you think it was. I think it's cute. He clearly wanted to do whatever it took in that moment to reassure you, and that's a sign that he cares for you.
He said he's not seeing anyone else, so you have competition in terms of him weighing options.
If you ruminate on your issues though, he could start to see you in a different light, as crazy vs cute. Not that I'd think that would be an issue, I think this idea that you get that men are super picky about that kind of thing is a myth... or something. I think there's a huge disconnect between how women perceive our sex and how we actually are, I guess I could say.
And you don't want to be neurotic anyway. You want to enjoy your romance. So do it. Stop being a worry wart, be confident (This was your fourth date, after all, nobody goes on a fourth date if they're still on the fence.) and be present in the moment.
by the way, the cool way to do what you did would have been to simply text him, "I want more.". And when he texts you back from the car, you text "No. I mean right now."
Whatever anxiety and nervousness you have, know this: What happened sounds sexy, hot, and romantic and it's hard to imagine a more passionate exchange. Well, you know, besides the obvious, right?
You're doing good, so don't go backwards and "redo" nuthin. Go FORWARD and see what else you got.
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This whole story is very cute.
He went on 4 full dates with you before kissing you in a world where sex is now first base.
And what you said, if it was me, I woulda been flabbergasted for a good minute but ultimate give you wanted.
I would say definitely text and see how he's doing and unless he suggests a meeting himself, propose you guys do something for sure
I would leave it be. That was likely the alcohol talking that made you send that to him. Don't dwell on things that aren't a problem yet. Instead, text him about getting together or planning a next date and see what happens.
If he just goes on like business as usual, then you know you have nothing to worry about. If he seems different, then maybe you can apologize. I wouldn't apologize for something that may not need one.
Also, don't overthink or read into his responses too much. That is easy to do. You will end up driving yourself crazy trying to figure out what a text means. It is so hard to determine or interpret tone and feelings through text.
Basically, I would not be worried and it wasn't like you did something negative. You were being flirty or whatever you want to call it. I don't think you have much (or anything) to worry about.
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If he's into you he will LOVE to get a text from you. If he isn't hell just ignore it. Suppose I went out with a great girl and really liked her after 4 dates. We're very simple creatures lol
Outcome 1: You text him and he will love it
Outcome 2: You text him and he doesn't want to see you.
You don't need to wait. Make a move!
Just maintain normal contact. There's something endearing about a woman who is honest about nervousness.
I really appreciate how proactive and honest you're being with this guy! Yeah, ask him out again. Have fun!
You're being socially awkward and thinking too much with your emotions at this point. Try taking a step back and looking at this logically and you will see that there's nothing to fear.
I am sure that he understands about your anxiety. He probably feels the same way.
RELAX!!! Just let things fall into place!!!Yes, it sounds like you are in the same place in your respective lives.
Why not propose a 5th date idea XD.
I would not text him...
Text him to apologize
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