“When you first meet someone, youre usually not your complete, full self with that person,” says Spaulding. “You stay on your best behavior and may also avoid being vulnerable.” Thats why its best to take things slow. Doing so will give you and your partner time to show your true colors — both the good and the bad.

Is it good if guys take it slow?

She adds that taking it slow is a great way to expand on your connection — and make sure that its actually there in the first place. Plus, if a guy wants to build on your emotional connection before getting into physical intimacy, it can be a sign that he takes that next step seriously.

Why do guys like to take relationships slow?

He Wants to Be By Himself Possibly, he feels you may not understand everything going on in his hard life even when he explains it to you. So, to avoid putting you through unnecessary worries and stress, he would rather slow down in the relationship to sort himself out without the entanglements of a love relationship.