Are You Dealing with Difficult Times to Express Your Feelings to Her?

'I Need More Time' Is that what you want to say each time your girlfriend says 'I love you'? Here's how you can deal with the situation without hurting her...

As hard as it is to understand, it is a known fact that men have a harder time expressing their feelings than women. While some of them may slip into a relationship easily, it takes them a while to say those three magic words. They could be waiting for the right time to express their love or they might just be deliberately avoiding the situation. So, if you too belong to the same category and are looking for ways to skip saying 'I love you' back to your girlfriend, read on for tips to find out how you can do so.

SAY SOMETHING A LITTLE LESS COMMITTAL

If you are not quite sure you can say those three words back but you want to reassure your partner, the best thing to do would be to stick to a safe response. You could try saying that you really care about her. In this way, you are stating your position very clearly and being honest about your feelings. Sure, your girlfriend might be a little upset when you don't say the words back, but she will understand that you do care about her.

KISS HER

Okay, this can't come anywhere close to saying those three words back but it is a timeless response nonetheless. Rest assured, you will not have to explain anything further, at least not right at that moment. And most likely, your girlfriend will understand exactly where you are coming from.

GET EMOTIONAL

Take this route only if you are determined that you don't want to say the words back to her. Then turning on the waterworks would give you enough of reason to avoid the statement. In fact, it's unlikely that your girlfriend would even attempt to say those words again before you.

SIMPLY SAY YOU HAVE BEEN HURT EARLIER

Even if your girl insists that she is nothing like your earlier girlfriend, you are still not obliged to say that you love her. And saying that you are hesitant about responding as you have been hurt in the past is something she can't argue with. This phrase, in fact, buys you several weeks of being able to avoid the words.

CREATE A SITUATION

Do something to distract her. If you have a drink next to you, try spilling it. Basically, try anything that lets you create a mess. In fact, the two of you would be so busy trying to mop up the mess that she might even be happy you didn't respond. So go ahead, get creative.

AND THE MEN SAY...

I find it easy to express love in terms of words. I am a very straight forward person and like to speak out rather than run around the bush. Instead of giving a girl flowers and letting her figure out for herself how I feel, I prefer to be clear and let her know what's on my mind. I think I am better off with words than with actions. -- Michael Allen, Journalist

I don't have a problem talking out my feelings though it's commonly said that actions speak better than words. I think men don't express themselves clearly because they are busy with their careers. And since it is difficult for them to put their feelings across in words, they often use actions to express their love. But again, you can't deny that the most romantic poets are men. -- Mike Pederson, Photographer

I think it's important to be able to express your feelings and emotions to your partner. Communication is the best way to ensure that you have a great relationship. You must let the person know if you like them or are hurt by them; basically they need to know how you feel. In fact, I believe that people who have a problem communicating should visit a therapist. I don't have any problem telling my wife how much I love and adore her. However, I do admit that women are much better at it. -- Ron Smith, Artist

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