Baggage is emotional turmoil caused by some issue in someones past. Guys are happy to help out their girlfriends with emotional issues. But if thebaggage becomes apparent too early in the relationship, then a guy will probably bail. Or they just dont have resolution after the relationship goes sour.

What does it mean if someone has baggage?

Its also known as luggage or suitcases. If someone says you have baggage but youre not holding anything, theyre talking about emotional baggage. Baggage can also refer to emotions from the past that get in the way of the present.