So You’re Seeing a Great New Guy

It can be easy to get swept up in new love and lose yourself in the progress. Here’s how to pace yourself in a new relationship:

Communicate openly and often. Right from the start you should have an idea of what kind of relationship he’s looking for at the moment as well as why that’s what he wants. If something feels off or your not sure of his motives, address the issue head on.

Stay in control of your emotions. Tough as it may be keeping your feet on the ground is important. If you allow yourself to get swept away this early the loss will feel enormous if things don’t work out. Exercise caution and remember you don’t know where this is going yet.

Don’t rush it. It takes time to really get to know a person so if either of you is talking about how youve met your perfect match this early in, put the brakes on. It’s likley that your infatuated with a fantasy, not the actual person. Be careful when a relationship moves very fast, it’s often a warning.

Don’t confuse passion and intimacy with love. Sex can bring up emotions that will make you feel a connection that may not be there. What you see as a sign of love, he may see as just sex.