There’s a bit of debate about when a girl becomes a woman. No matter your perspective, it’s undeniable that girls and women have some distinct differences. A girl may be more easily led by her emotions, whereas a woman looks at things more practically and rationally. A girl could become emotionally attached much faster than a woman who’s learned from her past experiences. Girls are still learning, whether they’re 15 years old or 21 years old, and this affects how they show their emotions. If you’re trying to figure out how to know if a girl likes you, you can start by spotting some of these 6 signs.
1. She avoids talking to you in front of others.
I would bet a fair amount of money that most younger girls are shy about their crushes. Few have the guts or confidence to be upfront about their feelings, especially when so much seems to be at stake. There’s already so much internal pressure to speak clearly and not embarrass yourself in front of your crush; imagine adding the pressure of other people watching you! It surely sounds overwhelming. That’s why she’ll try to catch you when you’re alone to spark some conversation. You’ll rarely see her come up to you when you’re with your friends or talking to someone else. In fact, she might avoid you altogether in the latter scenario because she isn’t sure if you like that other person more than her!
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2. She whispers to her friends when you’re around.
Younger girls are all about their besties. They could chat and talk and gossip and vent all day long, and that’s exactly what they’re going to do if you’re around. After all, you are a hot topic of conversation since one of these girls definitely likes you! Back in high school, my girlfriends and I would always talk about the guys we liked or found attractive when they were in the room – we just had silly little nicknames for each of them to keep it a secret! Good times… So, if you hear hushed whispers and notice glances your way when you enter a room, first make sure you have nothing on your face. If that’s all clear, the whispers are about more than just your looks.
3. She gets emotional easily around you.
Younger girls tend to be more expressive of their emotions due to things like hormones, social pressures, and developing emotional maturity. Add romantic feelings to the mix and she’s bound to be as sensitive as ever. Boy, that sure brings me back to my younger days and the emotional rollercoaster each crush was… what a time. Take it from me, if she seems to take everything you say and do to heart, this could be a sign she likes you. These things might seem silly to you or even – dare I say it – dramatic, but things that seem silly to a guy or older person could drastically affect a younger girl, especially when it comes to love.
4. She’s hot and cold with you.
A younger age almost always means lower emotional intelligence, otherwise known as emotional quotient or EQ. EQ is the ability to understand, use, and manage your emotions in positive and productive ways. This is learned through life experiences and progressed maturity, which is limited when you’re in high school or even college. That’s why a girl might not be sure about her own feelings about herself and you. This could lead to an up and down of self-esteem partnered with a hot-and-cold vibe toward the guy she likes. Don’t take this too personally – she may still like you, but gets discouraged or talks herself out of it in the moments she turns cold. You never know until you ask.
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5. She’s needy.
Girls have yet to live out enough of their lives to be self-sufficient. It’s not until the years after college that most of us become truly independent. This doesn’t only refer to living alone, but to being emotionally mature. Emotionally self-sufficient women find happiness on their own and then add a partner to it to enhance their lives. A girl, on the other hand, will look for happiness and even self-fulfillment from a boyfriend. This means she’ll often turn to you for support, an ear, or just to hang out during all of her free time. Guys tend to isolate themselves more than girls, meaning she might come off as needy. Take this with a grain of salt, though, because it’s better than the alternative of having a girl who never makes time for you.
6. She shows up at your favorite places.
While any female at any age can act a bit much, girls tend to take the cake when it comes to being intensely into a guy. That’s why she could go as far as to show up at your favorite places to see if you notice and talk to her. Some more acceptable locations would be showing up at your sporting event to watch you play or to a group hangout that she was invited to anyway. Slightly stalkerish encounters could happen in your neighborhood, at your job, or a guys’ night that you planned. At the end of the day, she’s just trying to spend time with you, so take her up on it or let her down easy.
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Conclusion:
For those dealing with a younger girl who isn’t that great with her emotions, hopefully, this list provided some insight into whether or not she likes you. While it might take a bit more patience, this girl could be one dedicated girlfriend if she gets her chance, so consider the situation carefully before making any decisions. So there you have it 6 signs on how to know if a girl likes you.