Dear Piper,

How do I explain to women that I don’t want a girlfriend without coming off like all I want is sex?

–Mike Jax

Dear Mike Jax,

Great question! Let’s say you’ve been kicking it with a girl named Piper. Why don’t you try something like: “Piper, I really like hanging out with you. You’re funny and smart and really cool. I just wanna make sure we’re on the same page, though. I’m not looking for anything serious; I’m just not at that place right now. If that’s cool with you I’d love to continue spending time with you…going to movies, to the park, etc.” See, Mike, I think if you list the activities you’re interested in pursuing, and if none of those activities involve nudity, latex or spanking, then any reasonable woman should hear you loud and clear.

–Piper