Ladies, we’ve all been there- floating on cloud nine, convinced that we’re starring in our Bollywood romance, only to realise we were always the side character in a man-child’s timepass phase. Sometimes we’re so delusional in love that we often overlook signs that warn us about the red flag we might be dating. If you’re wondering whether your forever person is a for-now person, here are five painful signs that he’s just wasting your time.
1. His Future Plans With You Are Always Unclear
Whenever you try making future decisions with him, your man may become a philosopher and say, “Let’s go with life’s flow.” As if he’s some deep, tortured poet and not just a guy avoiding accountability. If his five-year plan consists of ‘Netflix and chilling’ and ‘seeing where life takes him,’ then, babe, life is taking him away from you.
2. His Efforts Are Lower Than Your Phone At 3 Percent
He’ll be all-in when he wants something—probably attention or help—but when it comes to you? Effort is an endangered species. If asking him to take you on a date or spend time together is harder than getting Shah Rukh Khan’s number, it’s because he’s not invested. Meanwhile, you’re over here preparing PowerPoint slides on why he should care. Girl, save your energy for someone who gives a damn.
3. He Always Forgets Things About You
“You’re a vegetarian?” “You don’t like lilies?” “You have a sibling?” If his memory is so selective, it’s not an accident—it’s a choice. Men remember things they care about. If he can list all 32 teams in the FIFA World Cup but forget your favourite coffee order, your relationship is an expired coupon—useless and not redeemable.
Also Read: 4 Zodiac Signs Who Just Can’t Escape Situationships!
4. He’s Weirdly Defensive About His Phone
Ladies, if your man is always hiding his phone, it’s a big red buzzer. His phone is always upside down, he panics when you glance at it, and ‘aeroplane mode’ is his default setting. If his screen is off-limits, it’s probably because it’s a full-time dating app and DM-sliding machine.
5. He’s Only Sweet When He Needs A Favour
He disappears for days but suddenly becomes Prince Charming when he needs a favour. If he only showers you with love when he’s in a crisis, you’re not his partner—you’re his backup plan.
If these signs hit a little too close to home, don’t cry—laugh. Then block him. Life’s too short for guys who treat relationships like a pastime. You deserve someone who texts back before the next season of your favourite show drops.