Why would a guy suddenly be self conscious?

[Anonymous]

I’ve been talking to an admittedly shy, reserved guy for a while. In the beginning he was very chatty, made jokes, and even sent some dirtier texts. In person he’s only ever kissed me and nothing more. My humor hasn’t changed but he’s suddenly taking my joking serious. Especially if I imply he’s anything other than innocent and quiet. Yet, he shoot’s down anything nice I say about him. Even if it’s not a direct compliment.

[Outlet-mall-loiterer]

Without knowing him it’s hard to say, could be he’s nervous now because he wants thing to go further in the relationship and so he just cares more about what you think and say and he’s psyching himself out. Might not fully understand how things are going so well and so he’s looking for signs that it’s about to fall apart, a lot of shy people can be a little bit insecure. Could also be something going on in his personal life or a mood swing. You know him better than anyone here so you’d honestly have a better idea but those are a few possibilities I can come up with.

[Asker]

He’s admitted that he’s self confidence is low and will generally tell me when he’s having a rough day but will brush it off at the same time. He didn’t seem to be this worried about what I think of him before.

[Guy13]

Cause he realized he likes you now🎉