Are You Afraid of Commitment?

Are you one of the many men that are afraid of commitment? Being afraid of commitment could manifest in a variety of situations and make itself present within the relationships that you have within your life. Although a funny topic of Hollywood blockbusters, being afraid of commitment is something that should not be taken lightly - here are some ways to determine if you are indeed afraid of commitment.

• Are you seeing many women but just cannot get yourself to make a decision and take it to the next level? Have you been seeing these women for an extended period of time and are beginning to feel the pressure that commitment can bring? If you would rather lose these women in your life rather than make a commitment, than you indeed be afraid.
• If the thought of settling down with anyone, regardless of now and even in the future can send you running than perhaps you have a problem.
• Do you freak out if you are faced with your girlfriend leaving her personal items at your home? This demonstrates that she is claiming stake at your home and the fear is associated with this small activity is often an indicator of a fear of commitment.

Being afraid of commitment doesn’t have to be the end all and be all of relationships. There are many exercises which can be completed and therapy sessions that can help you to get over this fear.