Why would he say he likes me but not make an effort to reach out? am I overthinking it because I don’t feel interested anymore?

My mom’s friend, who has worked with my mom for over 20 years, has a nephew who mentioned to her that he likes me… weve known eachother since we were kids. He took me to the military ball in high school. He had a girlfriend at the time and I believe he’s on and off with someone.. we live in different states and he’s in the navy..

I asked about him and followed him on social media about a year ago, I dm him and we exchanged numbers. He said we should talk on the phone one day and I say sure… but he never reached out…

However, my mom suggested that I should reach out to him first, but I don’t want to do that. I’m starting to feel turned off by the lack of effort, and honestly, I’m not as interested anymore. I like him as a friend and nothing more… I’m tired of going through hurtful situations or men not showing me that they actually want me..

I’m a bit nervous to tell them that I don’t like him.
Why would he say he likes me but not make an effort to reach out? am I overthinking it because I don’t feel interested anymore?
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