Actions speak louder than words. How is he treating you?

There is a new student at my college who is from another country. We became fast friends and talk all the time. Recently, he told me that he is interested in being more than just friends. I think he is a great person and I like him, but I am afraid of dating him as he is going to be returning to his country once he is finished with his studies. I don’t want to have my heart broken. Should I still go out with him and let the chips fall where they may or just keep things on a friendship level?

A: If he wants to seriously date you, there are no other women involved and he is not rushing to have sex with you, go for it. Don’t worry about him leaving the country. If you both love each other, you will find a way to make it work. But if he is only looking for a fling, you are setting yourself up for a broken heart. Men can be truthful when it comes to their future plans in relationships, however, women often hear what they want and use sex to influence men. Listen to what he is telling you—but only believe how he is treating you.