The girl of your dream looks at you, bats her eyelashes, and can’t stop talking about how great you are. She likes you and you know it. Super simple, life is good. Ok, now let’s snap out of it because that’s a daydream. How can you tell if a girl likes you in real life – I mean really tell? Here are 8 ways to know.
1. She seems to know your schedule.
When you start getting to know someone, you get a feel of their day-to-day. If you like someone, this is even truer. You soon figure out when they wake up and go to bed, what days they pursue their hobbies, and so on. After all, a girl who likes you will try to wiggle her way into your life, so she’s got to know what your life includes. I remember when I used to work with my crush and I always knew what days he was on the schedule the following week. You can bet your bottom dollar those were the same shifts I tried my best to get while also looking my best, and I’m sure he noticed.
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2. She makes a point to see you if she changes her style.
Remember how I would look nicer on the days my crush was at work? Well, I definitely made sure he saw me, even if we were working on opposite ends of the building. The same thing will happen if a girl who likes you gets a new haircut, buys a new outfit, or is just looking extra fire one day. Even if she’s not supposed to be around you, she’ll make it a point to run into you. Her hope is to “wow” you and even get a compliment out of you if she can.
3. She asks what you think and then takes your opinion to heart.
When you like someone, you care about what they think. If I was thinking of dying my hair and my crush said I would look good as a brunette, I may consider it. Ok, I’m not going to actually dye my hair for a man, but I would play around with the idea. Maybe this girl asks you about a new look she is sporting or, instead, she comes to you with a problem she’s facing and asks what you would do in that situation. No matter what she asks, she’ll care about your opinion and she may very well use it to dictate her next move.
4. She supports you even when you’re complaining.
Listen, no one likes a complain-y Janey. If you’re flat-out hating on your situation, most people will probably find you annoying, but someone who likes you will support you – even if you’re being dramatic or unrealistic. My boyfriend has a lot of complaints about work and while I sometimes want to roll my eyes, I know as a partner it’s my job to be supportive, hear him out, and help him come up with solutions when needed. When you date someone, this is the role of the boyfriend or girlfriend, so a girl who likes you will be more than happy to take on that role even before she reaches the girlfriend position.
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5. She tries to make things easier for you.
If your complaints are about a fixable situation or you are overwhelmed and this girl notices, she’s going to do her best to make things easier for you. Now, remember that any friendly person could help you out, so she could just be nice, but a girl who likes you will always look out for you. Maybe she’ll take on some of your workload, bring you a snack to lift your spirits, or motivate you with words. When my boyfriend gets overwhelmed with work, I like to bring him one of his favorite lunches or surprise him with a motivating note I leave in his work bag.
6. She often gives you the look, smile, and look away.
Catching someone staring at you might just mean they zoned out and you were in their way. Someone brave enough to stare and acknowledge that you caught them is confident. They don’t mind that you see them staring, because it gives you a moment to connect. This sign will likely only happen, though, if you two already have some sort of friendship, because a shy girl or someone you don’t know may be embarrassed you caught them instead.
7. She laughs at silly things when she’s around you.
Laughing at your jokes is a given, especially if you’re a naturally funny guy, but being extra giggly is a school-girl reaction to being with someone you like. I know I can’t stop cheesing when I’m with someone who gives me butterflies, and this is no different. She likes you, so you’re an instant dopamine mood booster. Bring on the giggles.
8. Her mood instantly shifts if you start dating someone else.
If you even mention the possibility of you dating someone else, getting on Tinder or Hinge, or flirting with a new girl in your midst – phew! – good luck getting out of that one. You’ll notice an instant mood shift in this girl. She could look down or, worse, annoyed. You’ll notice she cuts the conversation short and doesn’t ask much more about the situation. Think of it like you dumping a bucket of water on her on-fire heart… ouch.
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Conclusion:
Finding out a girl likes you usually happens naturally, but a few of these signs could also point you in the right direction. If there’s anyone in your life doing these things with you, let me know how you feel about it in the comments!