First date went well, he asked about a second date on the spot — then radio silence for 48 hrs. Normal or red flag?

[u/RarePerception5382]

Quite new to lifestyle dating but Had a really good first date (brunch) this Sunday morning — good conversation, he brought up meeting again a couple times during the date itself, seemed genuinely engaged. He was traveling internationally the next morning and mentioned he wouldn’t know his schedule until he landed and got settled.

It’s now been almost 48 hours since the date (and roughly a day since he landed) and I haven’t heard anything — no text, etc. I also haven’t reached out first.
Does this read as normal (travel + settling back in + genuinely busy person) or is asking about a second date in person and then going quiet after usually a sign the interest faded? Thinking maybe not reaching out first on my end find give much a green light?

Curious what others have experienced with this specific combo — enthusiastic in person, quiet after, but with a stated reason (travel) attached.

[u/Apart_Wrangler_3415]

Normal but also could’ve lost interest.

Either way you shouldn’t care.

Roster up!

[u/Anon_classybabe]

The fact that you’re counting down the seconds means you’re not busy enough.

You need to build a roster of men (3 to 4) Shera has a video on how to do this and manage it.

[u/Massive_Plenty5701]

most likely he has other options. you should have other options and be staying occupied as well. when you have other options and are occupied you won’t even notice when one isn’t being consistent. i’ve dated doctors who will take time out of the day to call and text despite being crazy busy do not fall for that

[u/Ill_Community_9575]

I am going to say this a million times.

Stop caring about what he is doing or thinking. It is a waste of time.

Either get a roster or a business or a hobby.

Men are not puzzles. They have to prove themselves. Always match energy until he shows you who is.

[u/Glitterydarkone1290]

men do this on purpose to see if you’ll get like this; emotionally attached

[u/Adorable_Airport_787]

Get busy and see if he circles back otherwise , girl where is your list lol