I do. Saying we're not ready for a relationship right now just means we aren't sure if we want responsibilities that come with a relationship right now, so therefore (at least in my opinion) we date to see if you are worth the extra attention and care that is "required". From experience I can say a few weeks can change this mindset and we are ready if we think you're amazing. In the cases like Lickable Lollie stated where the guy starts dating some skanky girl that just means that guys a douche. There really is no way to tell what each guy means by the statement "I'm not ready to date".

It can be a factor of many things. I am one of those people--I do not want a relationship, but would like to socialize and see what happens. It means to take it slow, do not push and go for friendship that may turn into something deeper. Do not be afraid to date others, though while you are seeing where this may go--it could honestly be a friendship.

If that person says they aren't ready, take them at their word.

Doesn't "not ready for a relationship" really mean that person is trying to be a little bit nice but is really saying that they are not interested in a relationship with you? That's how I've always interpreted that statement when it was made to me.

There's even a song "I Can't Make You Love Me" with lyrics of "can't make you love me, if you don't".

I've been there and felt that sting, it still hurts.

I have heard this more times than I can count. It is then usually followed up a week or two later with "you wanna have sex?" From my experiance when a guy says "I'm not ready for a relationship" he knows I want a relationship, but he wants a FWB or a fuck buddy. He just doesn't have the balls to say so. So while I may be wrong...this is the impression guys have given me. Hence, the skanky girl (but you gotta love when they come whining to you cuz the skank cheated on them!)

How about when a guy says, I like you but you are just not long term relationship material? WTF does that mean?