10 Signs That Could Mean You Like Someone and Don't Even Know It

Recognizing when you like someone is often quite evident. You experience butterflies, are conscious of your appearance, ensure you smell pleasant, and feel nervous around them - classic indicators of having a crush. However, there are other signs that often go unnoticed. Could your everyday actions toward someone actually indicate a deeper liking than you initially thought? Understanding how to identify your feelings for someone doesn't have to be complicated!

This tends to happen most frequently with people we've known for a while. Recently, I unexpectedly developed feelings for my best friend, who had been strictly a friend for several years. It hit me hard when I realized that I actually liked him!

I have personally fallen prey to these subtle signs of liking someone. Prior to getting together with my current boyfriend, I didn't even realize how long I had liked him! We had been friends for a considerable time, and it took what felt like an eternity to acknowledge my feelings.

It may seem peculiar, but it's possible to develop feelings for someone without being aware of it. However, there are ways to unearth your true emotions. Numerous unmistakable signs can practically shout, Hey, you! You like that person!

To remove any blind spots and determine your true feelings toward someone, you must be willing to be completely honest with yourself. If you exhibit any of these signs, it could indicate that you have feelings for someone without even realizing it.

# You talk to them… all the time

If you find yourself waking up in the morning and either receiving or sending a text to that person within an hour, it's a clear sign that you're interested in them. After all, who else would you care enough about to reach for your phone while still groggy-eyed and send a good morning message?

# Just about everything reminds you of them… and you tell them

If you frequently find yourself tagging that person in funny memes and pictures online that remind you of them, it's a strong indication that you have feelings for them.

When every little thing you come across reminds you of this person, it's a clear sign that they occupy your thoughts during those moments. In other words, you're thinking about them a great deal. And when someone occupies your thoughts to such an extent, it can only mean one thing.

# You answer their texts and calls right away

If you consistently leave other people's messages unanswered in your inbox for hours or even days, yet respond to their messages within minutes, it's a clear sign that you have feelings for them. If what they have to say holds greater importance to you than anyone else, it signifies a deeper connection. It really is as straightforward as that.

# You answer their DMS and Snapchats before anyone else’s

During the time when my current boyfriend and I were still just friends, I would sometimes let his messages and snaps go unanswered for a while if I was occupied with other things. It could take hours before I found the time to respond. However, when I began replying to his messages right away, even before addressing other snaps and messages I received earlier, I started to sense that something was different. If you find yourself in a similar situation, where you prioritize their messages over others, it's a strong indication that you have feelings for them.

# You always laugh at their jokes

While it's possible that you find someone funny simply because they have a great sense of humor, if you're consistently laughing at their jokes when nobody else seems to be, it's likely because you have feelings for them. Scientific studies have shown that we perceive those we have romantic feelings for to be funnier than others do.

# You get butterflies before you see them

If you find yourself experiencing these signs and are still uncertain about your feelings for someone, it might be worth considering if something is amiss, because these indicators absolutely suggest that you have a crush on them.

Butterflies in your stomach are a physiological response to the release of adrenaline triggered by nervousness. Feeling nervous around someone is a clear indication that you have feelings for them!

# You dress a little nicer when you know they’ll be there

Occasionally, this particular sign can go unnoticed as it tends to be subtle. However, if you find yourself taking extra care in getting ready when you know you'll be around them, it's likely that you have feelings for that person. Putting effort into your appearance is typically reserved for situations where you want to make a good impression on someone you're interested in.

# You fidget when you’re talking to them

By fidget, I'm referring to the actions of adjusting your clothes and hair to ensure they look presentable to the person you like. Fidgeting is a common behavior when we feel nervous, and it serves as another strong indicator that you have feelings for someone.

# You tease them a lot

I believe that many of us carry our childhood habits into adulthood when it comes to teasing. We often engage in playful teasing with those we care about because it usually brings a smile to their face, as long as it remains light-hearted and enjoyable.

# They know all the important details about you

We don't readily open up and confide our secrets to just anyone. We reserve that level of vulnerability and trust for those we genuinely care about. Sharing our insecurities and personal details is a sign of deep trust, which typically develops when we have intimate feelings for someone.