Dear Diana,
I'm 24 and my boyfriend is 25. We met over a month ago. We get along well, but he's not at all romantic. I wouldn't say he's boring because he makes me laugh. But I'd be thrilled to see him show his romantic side once in a while. Maybe he's shy. He has not even kissed me. Or am I overdemanding? This is a first, for both of us, relationship-wise.
— Roli


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Dear Roli,
You need to give him time. He is playing safe as he does not want to come across as a demanding guy. If he had gone far it would be a case of too much too soon. It's barely a month so he wants to be sure of your feelings for him. If he had tried to be physical with you, it may have put you off. Give him some time as he looks like the guy who plays safe. Meanwhile, you can drop big hints and hopefully he will get a cue.