What is gynophobia? A fear of women is called gynophobia. Historians say the term arose to define the fear men experience of being humiliated by women, namely by emasculation. Emasculation means to deprive a man of his masculinity or male identity. In other words, to make him feel weak or not “manly” enough.
Recent statistics indicate that the number one fear for men is acrophobia, the fear of heights. Acrophobia is, in fact, one of the more common phobias for both men and women.
Guys fear that being in a relationship will alter their lives, no matter how little. And frankly, let's face it, being in a relationship does change one's way of life on some grand level. Especially if it is a committed one. The fear of this change scares the hell out of several men.
A man may lose interest because he doesn't feel safe being vulnerable around you. This is often caused by high expectations, judgmental behavior, or feeling forced to act a certain way that betrays who he naturally is.
So when a man tries to protect his girl from danger, it's because he doesn't want to lose her. In short, these signs he's scared to lose you imply how important he thinks you are to his life and happiness. If you are unsure whether you mean anything to him, look for any of these signs.
When he's falling in love, everything is likely to become about her. He can't stop thinking about her and would rather be spending time with her than doing anything else. He may feel scared about the relationship and where it's headed, or he might just have a comfortable feeling about the entire thing.
He could feel angry or upset.
He might think you're being rude or fake, and may even try to confront you about it or get a rebound girlfriend in response. Anger usually gives way to remorse after a few days or weeks and is a normal response to breakups or the silent treatment.
He Pays Attention To What You Say
A guy will listen to every word you say if he truly cares for you. Whether you want to vent your anger or share a funny incident, you will always find him ready to listen to you. He would sincerely pay attention. You will not find him getting distracted by random things.
Men respond to silence and distance emotionally. When they don't hear from you for a while, their male instinct pushes them to find you and know how you feel. They want to see if you are fine, if you miss them or whether you value their existence. Strangely enough, it doesn't matter if you like him to not.
What could be the signs a guy is scared of his feelings for you? His behavior may seem a little detached, disinterested, or withdrawn. Well, some men could be afraid of heartbreak, embarrassment, or rejection. Though he likes you, his fears may not let him come close to you.
A lack of communication, disengagement, and a sour temperament are all signs you can look out for if you think your partner is unhappy.
Something in his life has changed.
When a man loses interest in you, something has often changed. But that probably doesn't mean you did. Think about how many times in your own life a new opportunity, plan, or idea has come forward all of a sudden. This can happen to your guy too.
Yes, you can get a guy's interest back once he loses it because he was once captivated by you. Your job is to figure out what's changed and fix it. Most men don't just wake up one morning and decide they've lost interest, it's a process.
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.
According to recent statistics, the number one fear among men is acrophobia, the fear of heights. The list of things that scare the hell out of guys also include snakes, dentists, injections, thunder, and being maimed. Nearly half of guys are scared of seeing a doctor, and 37 percent are worried about going bald.
“A man will commit when he feels a deep connection with a woman that he doesn't feel with anyone else; when he finds a lover who is also his best friend that makes him feel special and unique,” Tripp says.
Men experience difficulty being vulnerable due to societal pressures of masculinity. You may feel the need to “man-up” or uphold a callous, tough self-image. You might hold yourself back from displaying emotions other than anger or happiness. Feelings of sadness, grief, and loneliness might be pushed deep down for men.