Good to hear that things are moving along for you, Mandy.
Fears can be debilitating in their worst case. And the can certainly stall the progression of an R.
Sometimes, our true fears are hidden behind other fears.
He says he does not know he can trust you. That's a legitimate fear. Any thoughts on how you might be able to work on rebuilding that trust?
That said, it is possible that his deeper fear has nothing to do with you. You mention he keeps asking you if you are really in love with him. That sounds more like he fears he is not worthy.
He may also fear change. Is he comfortable where he is, now? Is he simply comfortable living alone?
