I've name changed as it's outing. This sounds like a ridiculous question, but I've read a lot about people not liking their partners at first and then falling madly in love: or their partner liked them more and it worked out.
So anyways; I've been dating a lovely man for 5 months; due to lockdown and illness we've only been on 5 dates. We chat most days but he respects my space when I ask for it and vice versa. He's very kind and thoughtful and honest. All of which I'm not used to.
My last relationship involved love bombing, gaslighting and EA. So I'm really trying to get to grips with what seems like a relatively normal start to a relationship. Anyways due to COVID we've only ever shared a few brief kisses (he's too shy to snog in public) So my question is, how do I know if I fancy him, without all the physical stuff and love bombing? Is this how normal relationships start? I don't have any inclination to rip his clothes off when I see him, but he makes me laugh and I really enjoy his company. I really really don't want to lead him up the garden path though as he's definitely a wonderful person. I'm just scared I might not fancy him as much as he likes me.