I’m talking to my coworkers son. I’m beginning to feel like this is a bad idea. It’s a lot of pressure for it to work out.
I'd consider working through these feelings--WHAT pressure? You're signed up for a single date. If you have fun or feel any attraction, go on another. If not, "I didn't feel a spark." That's literally all a date is. A bit of fun with someone OCCASIONALLY leading to more.
Originally Posted by Ginger
Texting is good, we are going to call soon and go out not this weekend, but next weekend.
Are you enjoying these calls/texts--would you consider it time well spent if you and he don't spark Just curious. My average was 15 minutes of texting before a first date, because if there was no spark, it felt like a waste of time and effort. Talking in person is more fun for me. Partly, I enjoyed dating because I stuck to doing what I enjoyed. E.g., preparing picnic foods! (:
Originally Posted by Ginger
He is really interested. I am so/so. Attraction wise, eh on my end. But that might be something that could get better in person and knowing him.
Definitely! Hard to gauge attraction before you meet someone.
Originally Posted by Ginger
He disclosed he has anxiety. You all may be surprised at this, but I don’t! He did say his anxiety has kept him from doing things he planned at the minute. It’s a tough one.
I can relate to anxiety, although unlike him, it rarely stops me. I tell my kids bravery doesn't exist without fear. The thing is, dating my current GF, my anxiety is nearly zero. Our routine of a single good morning text leaves me feeling confident and happy in our relationship. I suspect that is not a heavy burden on her shoulders! Magic Decoder Ring - You don't HAVE to ease his anxiety, but consider a "Looking forward to tomorrow!" the night before the date. It may settle his nerves so he sleeps well. This might help bring out the best in him to maximize the chances you find love and it's a match.
