You cant go by what he says. If you ask him, he may pretend it is ok, and you will prematurely decide you are done.

Dont believe a word he says, and only half of what,he does....

Plus you may help relieve his guilt if he thinks you are looking forward to dating.

Just my non expert opinion.

Me, H-34 now 38
W-32 now 35
T-13 now 18 years
M-6 now 9
Daughter 3 years now 7
Bomb 11/27/12 - OM
1 year in house separation
Reconciliation 12/2013. Healed now 2017