5 Clever Responses When Your Girl Says “I Love You”

Some relationships move too fast. Even when you think you’re ready, one act or sentence from your partner or the one you’re interested in, you find yourself shaking, palms sweaty, wondering if you’re prepared to take things to the next level.

You may even hate yourself for “leading them on.” But suppose you’re sure your intentions are pure. In that case, you don’t need to hate or gaslight yourself into thinking you’re terrible because you can’t give back specific energy.

Clever Responses When Your Girl Says “I Love You”, But You’re Not Ready To Say It Back

The simplest option is often the hardest. But coming clean and saying how you feel might be what the relationship needs. Take it from someone who did:

1. Tell Her

You can care deeply about her, but you’re not sure you’re ready to tell her you love her. Reassure her that you genuinely care about her despite not using the L word. Sometimes, go out of your way and prove this with words and actions.

2. Reassure Them You Care

This can seem like homework, but love is. It’s not enough to tell her you’re not ready to say it. She deserves to know why you’re not saying it if you’ve reached that point in your relationship.

3. Explain Extensively

You don’t have to say those four-letter words if you feel it’s not yet time. Even if it’s taking you months to say, don’t be hard on yourself. One person shares their story of how their partner finally said it — and not in a conventional way.

4. Be Unconventional

One person says that the last time he had this issue, he said, “Thank you, it is good to know. Please know that your heart is safe with me until I find the courage to say I love you back.” That is one of the sweetest things ever to say.

5. “Your Heart Is Safe With Me.”

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