He likes you but is afraid to get hurt?

Answer Getting hurt is a part of living life. We can't always promise it won't happen so don't bother trying as he probably won't believe you. What your friend needs is to stop being a baby, grow up and act like a man and continue on in life. He's afraid to get hurt, poor little boy, maybe what you need in your life is someone who is more manly. Just a thought for your own happiness as this guy is going no where fast.