Afraid of getting hurt...

[newbie]

Hey guys,

Lately, I've been really tentative when it comes to guys and relationships. I've been burned pretty badly in the past (w/ the exception of one wonderful relationship), and I guess I'm so afraid of getting hurt.

There is this one guy who is awesome who I think would be great for me, but I'm not opening myself up to him. I used to be really outgoing with guys and would actively pursue the guy that I liked. But now, I'm closing myself off from him and am scared.

I know I should just open myself to the possibility of getting hurt, because the relationship might be something amazing. But I just can't...

Any advice? Comments?

Thanks!!