Capgal I see what you are saying. You being a Cap woman, you would know more than me about Cap woman. However I can't help but think his girlfriend wants her space from him. Maybe she is saying get lost, or maybe she needs time to figure stuff out. I think you could be giving steve bad advice because if his girlfriend isn't ready to reciprocate his feelings she won't. Steve could be in for a world of hurting if that happens.
But I guess he knows what he's doing so I wish him all the best.
Cap woman are like flowers. Each one must be handled with care.
:-)