When a Guy Suddenly Goes Cold on You (10 Reasons + What You Should Do!)

When a Guy Suddenly Goes Cold on You

When a guy suddenly goes cold on you it’s easy to get into a tailspin and start coming up with all kinds of ideas as to why he’s gone cold.

Has he met someone else?

Was it something you said or did?

Is he playing hard to get?

It’s tough to comment on your exact situation, but I can highlight the most common reasons why guys suddenly go cold to help you figure him out!

10 Reasons and Solutions When a Guy Suddenly Goes Cold on You

1. He Thinks You’re Not Into Him

It’s amazing sometimes how two people in a relationship see things completely differently.

One person might think things are going great and they and their partner couldn’t be more loved up, while the other feels disconnected and like the relationship is going nowhere.

Unless you communicate or put yourself in your partner’s shoes, your guy might be seeing things very differently from you.

What to do:

Communicate! Be open and honest about your feelings for him and see how he reacts and what he says.

Related Here is how to handle a guy who goes hot and cold on you.

2. He’s a Player and Has His Hands Full

This is an explanation that you don’t want to hear, but you need to face up to the fact that this might be a possibility.

If your guy is a player then it’s likely he’s caught up in other things and isn’t able to be emotionally available for you.

What to do:

Be honest with yourself about how he’s been treating you and whether or not the signs are there that he’s been playing you.

3. He’s Super Busy with Life Right Now

Sometimes, life gets in the way and if your guy is super busy right now then it’s likely he needs a bit of space to focus on getting things in order.

It doesn’t mean that he’s not into you, it just means that he needs some time to focus on his own stuff.

What to do:

Give him space, don’t pressure him, and be understanding that he’s probably stressed out and needs some time to himself.

4. You’re Being Too Clingy And/Or Needy

What may feel like being loving and attentive is to you may feel smothering and like you’re being too needy and clingy to a guy.

If you’re constantly texting and calling him and wanting to spend time together all the time, then it’s possible he’s gone cold because he needs some space to breathe.

What to do:

Give him some space! Tell him how you feel about him and why you’re texting him so much.

If it’s because you feel insecure about the relationship, don’t be afraid to tell him that.

It’ll help him understand where you’re coming from and he might

5. Something You Did or Said Scared Him

It’s possible that something you said or did scared him off and he’s pushing away to figure out how he feels.

It might have been something small and you aren’t even sure what it was, or maybe it was an explosive argument that he’s still dwelling on.

What to do:

Apologize if need be and let him know that you’re sorry he’s offended and you want to work things out.

If something big happened, talk it through it and come out of the other side stronger.

6. He Needs Some Time to Himself to Figure Things Out

Sometimes guys (and girls) just want some time alone to ‘figure’ things out.

It doesn’t always mean he’s over you or questioning the relationship on a deep level, it just means that he needs some time to get his head around things.

What to do:

Be patient and don’t pressure him.

Let him know you’re there if he needs to talk and trust that he’ll come around when he’s ready and explain how he’s feeling.

7. He’s Dealing with Some Emotional or Mental Issues

This one is a bit of a sensitive topic, but it does need to be mentioned.

Sometimes we struggle to manage our feelings and/or emotions, and it’s possible that he’s dealing with something like this.

Guys don’t often like to talk about these things so it can be hard to get to the bottom of it.

What to do:

Be understanding and sensitive if he does open up.

Let him know that you’re there for him and give him space to process his thoughts, and it may help to suggest some helpful resources.

8. He’s Playing Hard to Get to Test You

Sometimes, guys will blow hot and cold as a way of playing hard to get.

It’s usually because he wants to test your feelings for him and see how you react.

If you chase him, that’s a way he can validate to himself that you like him.

What to do:

Be honest and upfront about your feelings for him, but also don’t give too much away too soon.

Encourage him to communicate his own feelings and stay true to yourself. If you don’t want to chase him, you shouldn’t.

9. He’s Being Manipulative

Taking things a step further than simply playing hard to get, some guys are manipulative and controlling.

They might be using their cold behavior as a way of trying to control you, and this should not be tolerated.

What to do:

Don’t accept it – set boundaries and let him know that this behavior is not acceptable.

If he continues to be manipulative, then it’s time to break free and move on. This kind of toxic behavior will only have a negative impact on you and your relationship over the long term.

Related Here are red flags to look for that a guy is playing you.

10. He’s Not Actually Gone Cold On You!

I also have to throw this out there, it’s possible that he’s not gone cold on you at all – at least not in his opinion.

It’s possible that he’s just not communicating his feelings as much as you’d like and it feels like he’s gone cold.

But if you take a step back, or discuss this with friends, it’s possible that he’s not as cold as you think and it’s more of a communication issue.

What to do:

Talk to him about it, and explain that you’re feeling like he’s gone cold.

It might be a good time to discuss how you both like to communicate and set expectations around it.

At the end of the day, when a guy suddenly goes cold on you, it can be a confusing and difficult situation to navigate.

Try to remain level-headed and figure out what he’s feeling, and take the necessary steps to work through it.

Remember, communication is key – so make sure you talk it out and try to reach a common understanding!

The worst thing you can do is bottle up your feelings and thoughts when things aren’t going well in your mind, this will only compound any issues you’re feeling.


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