If your guy keeps you around, it might be because he cant break those habits, as theyve become so ingrained in the fabric of his life that he doesnt want to let them go. As a result, he wont let you go either, which only leaves you confused and upset. 5. He wants to keep his options open.

What to do when he doesnt want a relationship?

When a man says he doesnt want to be in a relationship, the first thing to say is, I understand. Then, say nothing else, pause, wait, and then he will magically begin to respond and explain his reasons. If at no point you argued with him, or tried to discount and change his mind, you have accomplished step one.

Can a guy like you and not want a relationship?

It can feel like even more of a puzzle when a guy tells you outright that, yes, he likes you, but he doesnt want a relationship. If a person tells you that they dont want a relationship but they still like you, this is an indication that youre chasing someone who is emotionally unavailable.