u/charlierantsometimes

Hello everyone!
Just for some context I’ve been staying with some family for this summer and have been going to their church which is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (I’m personally not a member, but I have been going to church, and YSA (young single adults).
I have been crushing a little on one of my family members friends and got the courage to ask him in a super friendly way to go out. He responded positively and he said he would let me know when he was free. I also gave him my number because the platform I was texting him on isn’t one I check right away. He hasn’t texted me yet and it’s been two days, but I was left on seen lol.
Anyways, I’m just a bit worried because LDS dating is different from dating dating. Most people in the church that are part of the YSA go out as friends rather than a couple. This guy I’m interested also is in a complicated situation with another girl that he’s been taking to, that’s long distance, but he hasn’t really clarified what their relationship is.
I know that my time here with my family is limited and that our dating would be short lived, but I do have feelings for him. I saw him tonight at an event and it was super causal, our normal banter, but he didn’t bring anything up about hanging out.
I just feel like I’m putting way too much energy into this and reading into things that may not be there. We banter a lot, smile at each other, and sometimes we catch each other looking at one and other. But, I can’t tell if he’s just being friendly (because as a person he’s so sweet and genuine) or if he’s actually interested in me more than a friend.
Part of me thinks he may be and it may just be complicated. He totally could’ve just said no, but again the whole going out as friends thing.
I just really want it to work out and have some fun with someone while I’m away from home. Maybe keep in touch and maybe even be a reason to come back more often. Who knows, young love can be silly lol.
I’ll take any advice and thank you for reading :)

Edit: I also know that some people may have strong opinions on the LDS/Mormon religion. I’m not a practicing member and I understand the hypocrisies with in the church. That being said, you can disagree but also be respectful. There’s a lot of generalizations and stereotypes about what the church actually does/believes. I grew up with this culture and everyone I know or have met is so loving. Again, I understand that people may not agree, but be respectful as this religion is connected to my ancestors and to my family today. Much love :)

Hello everyone!
Just for some context I’ve been staying with some family for this summer and have been going to their church which is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (I’m personally not a member, but I have been going to church, and YSA (young single adults).
I have been crushing a little on one of my family members friends and got the courage to ask him in a super friendly way to go out. He responded positively and he said he would let me know when he was free. I also gave him my number because the platform I was texting him on isn’t one I check right away. He hasn’t texted me yet and it’s been two days, but I was left on seen lol.
Anyways, I’m just a bit worried because LDS dating is different from dating dating. Most people in the church that are part of the YSA go out as friends rather than a couple. This guy I’m interested also is in a complicated situation with another girl that he’s been taking to, that’s long distance, but he hasn’t really clarified what their relationship is.
I know that my time here with my family is limited and that our dating would be short lived, but I do have feelings for him. I saw him tonight at an event and it was super causal, our normal banter, but he didn’t bring anything up about hanging out.
I just feel like I’m putting way too much energy into this and reading into things that may not be there. We banter a lot, smile at each other, and sometimes we catch each other looking at one and other. But, I can’t tell if he’s just being friendly (because as a person he’s so sweet and genuine) or if he’s actually interested in me more than a friend.
Part of me thinks he may be and it may just be complicated. He totally could’ve just said no, but again the whole going out as friends thing.
I just really want it to work out and have some fun with someone while I’m away from home. Maybe keep in touch and maybe even be a reason to come back more often. Who knows, young love can be silly lol.
I’ll take any advice and thank you for reading :)

Edit: I also know that some people may have strong opinions on the LDS/Mormon religion. I’m not a practicing member and I understand the hypocrisies with in the church. That being said, you can disagree but also be respectful. There’s a lot of generalizations and stereotypes about what the church actually does/believes. I grew up with this culture and everyone I know or have met is so loving. Again, I understand that people may not agree, but be respectful as this religion is connected to my ancestors and to my family today. Much love :)