What term would you call this?

I was telling a friend that I’m in the middle of making big improvements in my life, but feel like I’m not ready to seriously date; but at the same time still enjoy company talking, joking, spending time, taking her out for food. I like genuine connection, not just sex, but can’t commit right now.

What would you call that? Short term dating? Fear of commitment? Not wanting to hurt someone?

Something else altogether?