What do you think about guys who show a lot of PDA towards someone they date?

[Anonymous]

I recently started dating a guy after hanging out as friends on a few occasions. I only know him for a month really but he is actually very touchy-feely and shows a lot of affection in public including holding hands, hugging and kissing. I’m just not used to it and I don’t have tons of dating experience. Is this the typical experience for people in the early stages of a relationship? Just curious

[Oliverlogan263]

Yo, that's interesting that your new guy is so openly affectionate in public. Honestly, I think it's kind of a mixed bag when it comes to PDA in the early stages of a relationship.

Some guys can be super cuddly and handsy right off the bat, especially if they're really into you. It's like they just can't keep their hands off. For some people, that level of public affection feels natural and comfortable.

But for others, it can come across as a little over-the-top, especially if you're not used to it. It's totally understandable to feel a bit awkward or uncomfortable with that much PDA, especially since you two are still in the early getting-to-know-each-other phase.

My advice would be to just be honest with him about how you're feeling. Let him know that you appreciate the affection, but that you might need a little more time to feel totally at ease with that much public touching and kissing. See if you can find a middle ground where you both feel respected and comfortable.

At the end of the day, there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to PDA. Some couples are all about it, while others prefer to keep the lovey-dovey stuff more private. The important thing is that you two are on the same page and that you communicate your needs.

Just give it some time and see how you both adjust. If the PDA continues to make you super uncomfortable, don't be afraid to set some boundaries. Your comfort and feelings matter just as much as his. Hopefully, with a little compromise, you can find a happy medium.

[Ironic_Method]

Some people are just physically affectionate.