In a relationship for seven years.
I’m 52 dp is 45. He’s never been married, never lived with anyone before. Had long term relationships. I am 10 years out of long ea marriage. I have adult children that live independently.
At start of lockdown I sold my property and moved in with dp. More by circumstances than romantic gesture. I love him very much. My issue is that he is a commitment phobic.
He doesn’t believe in marriage, I do.
He isn’t bothered about us buying a property together - I would really like to.
I feel like a lodger at his place.
We are both financially sound. No money worries.
I want a commitment from him. He says he is committed. He says he loves me. And shows that he does.
These things are important to me. I’m scared that if I push for more than I have he will end things. I feel very vulnerable.
How to get past this?