6 Signs a Person Likes You Even If You Don’t Think So

It can be hard to figure out someone’s true thoughts about you.

You might find yourself plucking petals,

trying to decipher whether they like you,

or wondering if you are simply overthinking their behavior.

You may believe someone cannot stand you,

but that may not be the case at all.

There are subtle signs you can pick up on to determine

their true feelings, whether romantic or general.

Here are six signs a person likes you, even if you don’t think so.

1. They Try to Get Close to You

This may seem obvious, but it is actually quite easily missed.

Have you ever noticed someone always around you,

perhaps appearing out of the corner of your eye?

Physical Proximity: People try to get physically closer to those they like. This can be as subtle as moving objects that separate you (like a plate or a pillow) or taking the same walking route as you.

Frequency: If someone truly did not like you, chances are you would not see them very often.

2. They Walk Beside You

It is easier to talk, maintain eye contact,

and get physically closer to someone when walking next to them.

Naturally, people who like you will want to walk beside you

and maintain your pace.

Walking Behind: If someone walks behind you, they may be too shy to walk beside you but still want to be near you.
Walking In Front: If they walk in front of you, they are likely more concerned with their destination than with talking to you.

The Bottom Line: Someone who likes you will try to be near you in any way they can.

3. Their Body Language is Open to You

In a conversation, body language is everything

because most people do not know how to control it;

it subconsciously gives away how they feel.

The Feet: The direction people point their feet is a big indicator of their focus. If their feet are pointing at you, they subconsciously want your attention. Since feet are the first things to move when going somewhere, facing you hints that you are where they want to be.
Open Posture: If someone has their hands on their hips, exposing their stomach to you, it is a good sign that they are open to you.

Other Cues: Watch for them tilting their head towards you, leaning in when you laugh, or playing with their hair.

4. They Sit Up Straight Around You

Someone sitting up straight around you is not necessarily

a sign of them being on edge or uncomfortable.

It can mean they are trying to look their best for you.

Impressing You: When sitting up straight, you show off your strong features and look taller. People often do this around those they want to impress.
Misinterpretation: While they may look rigid, as if they are putting distance between you, they are likely just trying to present themselves well.

5. They Blink Less Around You

It sounds bizarre, but your blinking rate says a decent amount

about how you are feeling.

Anxiety vs. Interest: According to a study cited by Psychology Today, people tend to blink more when they are anxious. Blinking also serves as a way to subconsciously block out things we do not like.

All Eyes on You: If a person blinks less around you, it is a good sign they like you. It is their subconscious way of trying not to miss anything about you.

6. They Raise Their Eyebrows When Greeting You

People tend to raise their eyebrows when they are happy and excited.

Consequently, you often subconsciously raise your eyebrows

when you are happy to see someone.

The “Flash”: If someone always raises their eyebrows and smiles when they see you, it is a sign they like you.
Note: If someone doesn’t raise their eyebrows, it doesn’t mean they hate you, but the presence of the gesture is a strong positive indicator.

Summary

It is never easy to guess others’ true feelings about you.

It is a constant flip-flop between thinking you are overthinking

and wondering if they actually like you.

Almost everyone has spent nights staying up late

replaying little interactions.

However, the important thing to remember is that

whether someone likes you or not is not your fault.

What matters most is that you love yourself.