soft masculinity<\/a> emerging from social networks are leaving room for men to be more sensitive and feminine-like. <\/p>\n\n\n\nConfused by these trends, men are made more insecure about what it means to be a man. Therefore, they are becoming quite indecisive and explorative about what they want when it comes to their love and sex life. With each passing year, more and more traits to be considered are added. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This means that your man might not be sure whether or not he wants to settle down with one partner or keep on exploring. However, if you are meant for each other he\u2019ll get tired of swiping and be enough with your presence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. He is a Player<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is a bitter pill to swallow but sometimes it's the truth. Not rarely do men enter into relationships just for fun. Surely the majority of women don't put up with this, leading men to mask their true intentions instead of revealing them straight up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This has nothing to do with your values as a person. Instead, it shows that you must move on and find someone who values who you truly are. Don\u2019t get stuck into proving to him that you are worthy. Otherwise, you\u2019ll end up in a toxic relationship that sucks your happiness day by day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If that spark isn\u2019t there, don\u2019t try to force it. Life could have reserved someone better for you out there. However, don\u2019t rush into taking a decision before talking with him about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
7. He Is Unsure of \u201cDating Norms\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Living in a fast pacing world has changed not only the way we communicate with each other but also the norms we follow. Boundaries are easily broken and when you think about it, the lines between norms are quite blurry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
People living in the United States may have different norms from those living in India, North Korea, or France. A friend of mine from France told me how parents restricted an Indian boy in his early twenties from talking with her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was shocking to hear that even though he was 21 years old, his parents banned him from using the smartphone to text this girl. It was his brother who asked her not to text him anymore saying that \u201cshe was harming him because he was spending time talking with her instead of studying\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You never know with what norms the man you\u2019re talking with is raised. Maybe he was raised with the common belief that a woman is not allowed to talk with other men while he can do so freely. However, there\u2019s always a solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
8. His Actions Are Led by Ego <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The good news is that there's chemistry between the two, and this might turn into a beautiful love story or dazzling short-term encounter. The fact that he is still checking his matches on dating apps regularly means that he loves the attention. Many men need to constantly feed their egos daily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dating apps give us a sense of winning when we receive a match. Just like winning a game with peers or even winning a cash prize, our ego receives immense satisfaction from it. Until hitting the swipe button becomes addictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The thing with this feeling is longevity. It lasts only a few seconds and we want to have it again and again. However, this doesn\u2019t mean that a man will cheat on you if he keeps on using these apps. As long as he is satisfied with getting matches and stopping there, it should all be okay for both. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Could You Do? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It depends. It's hard to find invariable answers when it comes to relationships. There are a few things you can do which we\u2019ll discuss below but it always depends on the type of relationship you\u2019re aiming to have. Do you see this guy potentially beside you for the long-term? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If he\u2019s not willing to give up on using dating apps, chances are that he\u2019s not serious regardless of what he tells you. Don\u2019t get attached too much to someone who doesn\u2019t respect your needs. Here are 3 main things you can do: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Clarify the Intentions of Both Parties\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Maybe you have no problem with him checking dating apps as long as he doesn't meet with anyone. Many conversations (especially in dating apps) start with pickup lines and continue in a spicy manner without really touching on the intentions of both parties.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chemistry is there. The thing is that both of you might have different intentions with your dating life. One might want to have more than one relationship and keep exploring until a certain age while the other might seek stability. Regardless of your case, avoid relying on implications. Transparency and communication are the keys to a healthy relationship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Set Boundaries & Limitations <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
We all have habits, but when we get serious about finding our other half we should be willing to give up some of them. If a man doesn\u2019t accept to delete his dating profile, how can you expect loyalty and understanding in more future complex situations? Ask this question to him and yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to make this work, set boundaries. Firstly, explain to him directly what worries you and be clear about the boundaries each one must respect. Boundaries will lead to a healthier relationship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Walk Away <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Depending on your system of values and the standards you have for a man, you can decide to walk away and that\u2019s okay. Instead of being a backup plan for him, you can leave and find someone who truly appreciates you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Online dating might seem harmless at first but keep in mind that it\u2019s how most relationships start. Therefore, if he persists that this won\u2019t affect your relationship, know that doing it constantly increases the chances of him running into a potential partner who can replace you.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Takeaway<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The worst thing you can do other than overreacting about his behavior is to ignore it. Keeping quiet when you\u2019re about to explode from the inside is not the proper way to go about it. Sit down and have an eye-to-eye conversation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If he says that he cares about you but keeps staying on dating apps then it\u2019s time to test his likeability differently. Provoke him by mentioning how you\u2019ve received countless matches on dating apps recently, and see his reaction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In case he is revolting for you to stop using those apps, then it\u2019s time for you to reveal your concern and ask him to do the same with his online dating profiles. At the end of the day, if he\u2019s not committed to being with one partner and not many at once, you\u2019re bound to get hurt. So make matters clear at first. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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