Most of us have watched cartoons growing up showing a certain character dealing with their secret crush. In shows or movies, if someone has a crush on someone else, they are shown as cute blushing individuals who basically stalk their loved ones from afar. In real life, though, if someone likes you in secret, it will be a little trickier to see the signs on the outside because you’re not watching them like a show or a movie. But don’t worry, I gotchu in case you also want to see if that special someone has a crush on you. So, here’s 10 signs someone has a secret crush on you.
1. They eye you all the time.
Someone who has a secret crush on you will stare at you whenever they get a chance and whenever you’re nearby. This could be passing by down in the hallway or if you’re openly sitting together in a group setting. Whether you’re speaking or not, their attention will be focused on you. Normally, you’ll get that weird vibe that someone is staring, and if that happens, yeah someone is totally staring at you. And when you look at them, and they pretend to look away and act normal, that could be a telltale sign that they’re crushing on you.
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2. They’re always available if you need something.
You can count on your friends if you need some help, well, in theory. Even friends can be unreliable at times. A person who has a crush on you may or may not be your friend, but you know that they’ll be available for you if you decide to reach out. Someone with a secret crush on you will be excited for an opportunity like that to help you out because deep down on the inside, that’ll allow them to spend time with you and develop a stronger relationship with you.
3. They always initiate contact first.
We live in a world where there are unwritten rules about texting and messaging. We never want to be that person who triple texts or the person who is always texting first. A person with a crush on you will throw these pointless rules aside and reach out to you whenever they are thinking of you… which will be often! Don’t be surprised or weirded out if they are always initiating contact with you first. Take it as a compliment, and return the favor if you’re interested in talking with them too!
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4. They always have something to talk about with you.
If this person is constantly hitting you up, then they obviously have quite a lot to say. Whether they’re talking to you about international news, local events, or even boring day to day activities, this person always seems to keep the conversation flowing. This person is devoting their energy and interest purely in you and it’s saying a lot if they are reaching out all the time.
5. They try to partner up with you at school or work.
Imagine that your teacher or your boss assigns a new project. Before they even say that it’s going to be a group effort, this person seems to be at your side or standing right next to you. The next thing you know it, they are already by your side asking you to be their partner. That’s a huge giveaway sign.
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6. They seem to babble when you’re talking to them.
Now, even though this person can think of a million reasons to speak to you, it doesn’t mean they will do it with the perfection of a poet. More often than not, this person will still get nervous around you and commit some verbal flaws. Think of a cute baby stuttering over their words in an attempt to talk to you. But you don’t really know what they’re trying to say, but the attempt is so darn cute that you just have to smile and play along. This is the same scenario as someone with a crush on you!
7. They know things about you that you didn’t tell them.
Maybe in the midst of their babbling, this person mentions something about you that you never brought up. For example, it could be a hobby you’re into or a party you’re planning to attend. They more than likely heard this either through some mutual friends or read it on social media. Don’t be weirded out, though, these things are sort of posted for the world to see, and this person who likes you, might just been curious to see what you’re like and wants to connect through your interest. That might be all.
8. They’re awkward around you.
Clumsiness, strange responses and embarrassing moments. All of these will abound when you’re hanging out with someone who is crushing on you. Their nervous system is all-on and they just can’t physically control it. So be in the lookout if they seem kind of odd, or maybe they’re just an awkward person overall and it’s not a bad thing, I have awkward friends like that and they turn out to be super nice people.
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9. There are rumors going around.
Ah, the old grapevine. If you’ve heard from more than one source that a person likes you, something must have happened because people don’t just randomly start rumors without any reasons. This can be either because the person themselves said it, or from outside observation. Remember, it’s always easier to see things in an unbiased way from another perspective.
10. They think you’re really cool.
If they always praise you, saying that you’re awesome. Basically, telling others how cool you really are, something might be off, because people normally don’t brag about how cool someone is unless they are interested in that person. Like you know how some girls could talk about BTS all day, yeah, imagine being in the same room with BTS. BTS fans will go crazy.
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Conclusion:
Overall, if a certain someone in your life check off a majority of these signs, then there’s a good chance that someone has a secret crush on you. If they’re a cool person, then why not get to know them a little bit more? Maybe you’re even giving off some of these signs too and haven’t even noticed. No matter the case, I smell a cute crush in the air! So there you have it 10 signs someone has a secret crush on you.