Let him be. If he takes hours to reply, let him. If he doesn't want to hang out or make plans with you, let him. If he doesn't want to show you off, let him. If he keeps making excuses and never makes time for you, let him. The truth is, people make time for what matters to them. And a man who truly cares will not leave you confused about how he feels. He will talk to you, check on you, and make an effort to keep you in his life. So stop lowering your standards just because you're scared of losing someone. The right person will never make you question your worth. Don't settle for halfhearted love, mixed signals, or bare minimum effort.