Even when you don't initiate, he makes plans with you on his own and finds excuses to spend more time with you. Dinner plans, movies, or just hanging out; you are always his first priority.
3. He looks out for you.
Our friends are always on the look out for us, but he is there in a special way. Seeing you stuck in a situation that gets you to be a nervous wreck makes him feel as bad as you and you can see that on his face every time.