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something like this: “You know, you and I have been talking to each other for a while and I’m a little confused. So let’s define our relationship.” This allows you to talk about it in a nonthreatening way.

Why does it sometimes take a guy so long to make the first move?

To answer this question it may be most helpful for a girl to put herself in a guy’s shoes. Think about how much courage it takes for a guy to be vulnerable enough to share his deepest need of wanting to love and be loved. Making the first move is like going to a girl with his heart in his hand and saying to her do you want to like it or kick it? Remember a lot of guys act tough, but inside they are very much afraid of rejection.

Girls may want to help a guy out by making a simple suggestion. You might say