Cap man off his period...now what!?

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Ok so I posted a bit ago about a Cap guy at work who we were just breaking ground. Hanging out after work, chatting regularly, etc. Then he got REALLY mad (I think) when my manager gave me a hug at work bc he looked super jealous when I looked at him and was cold to me after this. I was in return cold, bc I was in mourning which he knew, and I though his reaction was silly. Well, in my heart I said I forgive you, and moved on for the sake of my work. Then instantly he started flirting with me again. Bringing up the same jokes/themes we used to.

Today he cornered me in the kitchen and said "nice denim" then reached out to touch the denim shirt tied around my waist. I smacked his hand and said EXCUSE playfully. Then he started chatting me up a bit online again. After weeks of silence. SO WEIRD. I chalked it all up to him a) not being a good communicator b) insecure c) not emotionally aware (of his emotions or mine) but HYPER aware of vibes.

Anyways, we like each other no matter how you slice it and that's undeniable. Should I just flow with it and stay focused on my work, or straight up go- we should hang sometime. I feel like if we were outside of work we could have a real CONVO and I could see what's up. I'm in no hurry, and being extra careful myself. And I would say he is very much a by the book Capricorn man from what I can see. Very dominant. Seems a bit intimidated by me sometimes in the work arena. But usually makes it a flirtatious competition. Meanwhile, I'm not competing, just simply doing my job...

Thanks for reading! (:
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Posted by Foreverloveme
Either.

Whatever you'd normally do, go with that.

Personally if i like a guy & he's not making moves then I'd ask. Guys perspective could be different.
Yea, I think we are both intrigued/cautious. I'd liken it to two wild animals circling one another. It's not a stalemate, but...definitely both playing it defensive. I'll always lean into my gut on this one. Just wanted to get the general Capricorn response.
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Posted by underwaterthing
Posted by Foreverloveme
Either.

Whatever you'd normally do, go with that.

Personally if i like a guy & he's not making moves then I'd ask. Guys perspective could be different.
Yea, I think we are both intrigued/cautious. I'd liken it to two wild animals circling one another. It's not a stalemate, but...definitely both playing it defensive. I'll always lean into my gut on this one. Just wanted to get the general Capricorn response.
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If he wants you , he will ask you out

Don't be the agessor

It's a bad look for a girl

I'm sure he can sense u like him
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I thought most people told you to not hang around him and to do your own thing, like how awkward if things went sour it would be for you.
Really good point. Hence my being careful. Thank you for reminding me of that.
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You have no idea that sometimes as an earth sign that we happen to like people we may work with. Even better when they are in different departments. Thrill seeking. But always be honest, real, and make sure they are single, know boundaries, and absolutely single and you get to see his actions up close and personal afar.
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Right. We are different teams, same department. Our jobs overlap but not the same. Also I think I will move up soon and be a lead as well (which he is for his team) and that's a step below management.



What do you guys make of this? His flirting is always kinda...er...negative? I can tell he's flirting but it's weird. Kinda reminds me of a lil kid pushing the girl he likes down in the sandbox.

Today he posted in our work chat a quote from our company terms of service for people to relay to customers, and I was JUST looking at that. I had a hard time locating it, so I posting in the chat the link so everyone could view the full statement if needed. Then he messages me saying: Trying to steal my thunder by posting the full terms in the chat eh? And then made a fake quote of me "i can top that blah blah" I said no sir. And made a joke.

What is that ? Its a really weird style of flirting lmao.



AND KITTEN: That has always been my stance as well. We have actually just reconnected. I didn't look at him for two weeks. We were both COLD. I had to forgive him to come around from that.
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Jealous. At least you have an idea where it came from. You should get used to a Cappy getting pissed at you then returning as if nothing happened only when THEY decide. I personally cant handle that kind of crap in a relationship, ive seen and been through quite alot and have no desire to drag out minor conflicts then not even deal with them head on after a week, or 2, or 4.
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Posted by LibraLovesHim
Another point, intentionally mirroring their behaviour may drive you mad-if passive aggressive behaviour and stone walling for days doesnt come natural to you already.


Honestly, I kinda sync with them in this way, When I get mad I need space, but only to collect my thoughts then bring it up. I have dealt with a Cap before. They do learn, but he wasn't worth waiting around for honestly, so I didn't. We will see.

We were flirting today. He's got the sweet googly smile at me again. Even hit me with a jab in the public work chat. (he was flirting) I see that soft center. Some chatting, some snarky remarks, some top secret stuff. I printed a series of inside jokes on the label maker and dropped them off at his desk when I left. I looked back and he was smiling like he was reading a love letter. It was cute.
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Posted by Scenic
I would take things slowly with this. Something about the way you talk about his behavior makes me think that if things went south between you two that he would cause issues for you at work, whether they be serious or minor. Idk, maybe because it sounds like he's a bit moody and insecure. Tread carefully.


I AGREE WITH YOU, and ty.

Def. red flagged.

(Insecure I think)