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So I've gone on a few dates with this guy - he's nice, funny, smart, attractive, respectful, and he's a college graduate at age 21. Frankly, we have some chemistry, and he meets all of my criteria. He's kind of shy, so although he's asked me on several dates, it seems unlikely for him to push for anything further.

We met about a year ago, but I was in another relationship, and we were just friends. We had gone on a date beforehand.

Our fifth date is scheduled for tomorrow (July 10). My friends are asking whether or not I want to date him long term, and... I don't know. I guess I'm comparing him to one of my exes, who seemed kind of perfect for me. Some part of me just keeps holding back. On the other hand, if he's not a guy for me, who could be?

Should I pursue a relationship with him? Just see where things go? Or is my hesitancy a sign that he's not right for me?

I've had a crush on the same guy for almost 5 years. I had one or two minor crushes on the meantime, but nothing compared to what I feel for him. I tried to forget him but I can't. I don't even know what I like so much about him. He's not particularly handsome, or smart, our interests don't match... But still, I can't think straight when he smiles. I have this uncontrollable urge to look at him, talk to him, grab his attention. When he talks about other girls I feel terribly lost. Sometimes, I just wish to hear his voice or hold his hand, run my fingers through his hair. I tried forgetting him multiple times but I'm never interested in other guys. He's on my mind 24/7, specially ever since social isolation ended. Do I love him?