As a young man, I find myself in many flings and very few serious relationships. Almost every girl I’ve been with has wanted a relationship more serious than I intend on having with them. I don’t lead anyone on and let my intentions be known when the conversation arises. Things usually break off after a few weeks and we return to our normal lives. Except, a few months ago, I met a girl that changed my perspective on dating and what it feels like to be with someone who actually knows how to love. She’s 7 years older than me, I’m M/21, she’s F/28. So, it goes without saying that she’s much more mature and emotionally well than I am. She constantly showers me with compliments, she listens to understand rather than to respond, she soothes me all around. Overall, she makes me feel safe, heard, and seen. She’s made it clear to me that she’s not interested in flings and has already tried to sh oo me away-indicating that I’m too young for her. But I was able to convince her that I’m not, and how I’d be willing to settle down for someone like her. After a few months of dating, I’ve grown to like her a lot, love her even, but once again I find myself not ready to settle down. I don’t want to lose her, but I’m not ready to commit. Have you been in this situation before? If you have, how did you go about it and what was the outcome? Lastly, if I break things off, will this be something I regret in the future?