6 Signs Someone Likes You More Than Just a Friend

Channel: Psych2Go
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fgfnX2K0mY

Six contrasting signs to tell whether a friend treats you as just a friend or has a crush on you. Claims are the channel's assertions; no studies cited.

Key points

• Proximity: a crush tries to be physically near you and removes barriers (moves a pillow, scoots closer); a friend stays at a comfortable distance.
• Eye contact: friends make eye contact while talking, but a crush also stares from afar and gives a shy, flirty smile or blushes and looks away.
• Compliments: friendly ones are casual ("nice outfit"); a crush gives flirty or unusually specific compliments ("your eyes are stunning"), often while blushing or serious.
• Dressing up: someone may dress their best when alone with a crush; if they always look casual around you but dress nicely for other crushes, they may see you as a friend.
• Talking about crushes: a crush avoids bringing up other people they find attractive and may seem jealous or annoyed when you mention your own crushes; a friend talks about their crushes freely.
• Being alone: a crush seeks out one-on-one time; a friend who quickly leaves when you two are alone likely views you as just a friend.