But other times, this phrase is a cop-out.

Its a way to let you down easy without saying the words.

If he wanted a relationship with you, the honesty would start early.

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He would be transparent about what hes going through so you didnt run away before he was ready.

He is inconsistent with the way he treats you.

Hes getting what he wants without giving you what you want.

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He shouldnt be picking and choosing when youre allowed to get close to him and when youre not.

Thats not fair to you.

Hes stringing other people along, too.

After all, he cant make a commitment to all of you.

Hes stringing some of you orallof you along for get what he wants.

He never speaks about the future.

He wont plan dates in advance.

He wont agree to go to parties and weddings with you.

He wont speak about his future like you are bound to be a part of it.

He shuts you out, emotionally.

If you only talk about surface level things, your relationship will probably remain surface level.

If he wanted to take a chance on you, he would have to open up to you eventually.

He would have to give you at least a little piece of his heart.

If hes giving younothing,then he probably doesnt feel the same way as you do.

Hes probably not attached to you on an emotional level.