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To think my male friend is in love with me?

243 replies

ExplodingHeart · 21/10/2019 23:58

I don’t know why I think it. I suppose it’s a gut instinct. I’m very willing be told that I’m being unreasonable but I have this overwhelming feeling that my male friend loves me. Can I possibly know if he’s never said?

If I had to give some rational examples or evidence then I could try...
(For context he’s a very blokey bloke)

  • he remembers all the little and big things that are important to me. He remembers dates that I have told him I have an important meeting or presentation coming up. I might not have mentioned it for 3 weeks but then the day before he sends his good luck.
  • I’ve seen him look at me very differently to normal when he hasn’t had a chance to turn away. For example, one time I was walking ahead of him and had no idea he was there a few feet behind me. We were in a busy place. But I sensed he was there so I quickly turned around and smiled at him, taking him completely by surprise. He looked so vulnerable. He had all this tenderness and emotion in his eyes. A similar thing happened when I was meeting him somewhere and I approached him from afar. He was looking out the window for me. Again all tender and earnest. The second he saw me he turned away and went back to his normal self, full of bravado. A third time we suddenly bumped into each other fairly unexpectedly and he had that look again.
  • another time I was somewhere where he definitely wasn’t expecting to see me. He came into the room (I had my back to him) and his feet shuffled on the floor in a startled way when he saw me. He composed himself in a flash and we carried on as normal.

I just have this overwhelming feeling of love coming from him. Am I projecting or could it be true?

We are very close. I think he’s wonderful.

OP posts:
Lotsalotsagiggles · 27/11/2019 00:20

That’s good progress!

His shyness maybe him liking you back you never know..

ExplodingHeart · 27/11/2019 00:41

What do we think the trembling is all about? It wasn’t cold. I hope he’s not scared that I’m going to make an unwanted move on him.

OP posts:
poorstudent1010 · 27/11/2019 02:04

I would hate this. I like to know where I stand when dating - hate mind games or the general confusion of trying to figure out someone’s intentions, much prefer a forward person.

You describe him as blokey but he’s coming across as shy/inexperienced which is slightly off-putting; he can be chivalrous and take things slowly/respectfully whilst being clear that he wants to be more than friends.

Just imagine you’re meeting up with him as a friend like you have in the past, no pressure and no expectations. Order some wine with lunch if you’re really that nervous. Just wear a nice, typical outfit? I don’t think you need to try to “impress” him or anything as you don’t know if he wants to date you or not just yet. It’s probably going to be cold and raining so plan something that works with bad weather.

BraveGoldie · 27/11/2019 02:46

No wisdom to offer, expect I am always in favour of giving things a go rather than letting fear conquer you. Good luck OP!

Brave x

Howzaboutye · 27/11/2019 19:53

Ooh exciting! Well done OP

Lemonsaretheonlyfruit · 30/11/2019 08:42

Really pleased OP well done!

Don't wear anything too different to what you normally would. I don't know what your normal style is however. Am sure some jeans that you feel good in and a top will be fine.

Not sure on the how to stay calm thing! Re the physical contact, could there be anything on your phone that you could 'need to show him, like a funny video or something at some point? You have to be close to watch together as that requires 2 people to be pretty close!

I think other than that... what could you say that gives him the message? Do you plan to say something outright about liking him? If not then your flirting will have to be good so he gets the message! Otherwise you'll be back on here no clearer than you are now.

If you can handle it then why not just ask him outright? Ok x I really love our friendship. You're one of my favourite people .. Recently I have started to think I might have feelings for you that aren't just friendship. This has taken me by surprise, but I just think you are a really great person. I really don't want anything to change in our friendship unless you feel the same way , as above all, I value our friendship more than anything else, so we can pretend what I just said never happened' then see what he says?

Do you think you could? If him trembling IS because he likes you then it sounds like he is too nervous to say anything so you might have to?!

7yo7yo · 30/11/2019 08:55

I’m sorry I’m late to the party but..placemarking

BeverlyLincolnScripts · 30/11/2019 09:00

My husband and I were friends before we got together. Only the roles were reversed. He was harbouring a secret crush on me and I had firmly placed him in my ‘he’s a friend’ category.

We went to the cinema, to see a dreadful film, and he kissed me and told me he loved me. I was furious. It took me a few days to come to terms with such a massive change, I was terrified of losing my friend who I trusted and valued.

But I was also pleased that he put himself out there, there was always a flirtation between us but he is naturally a very flirty person, so it never really felt like more. Anyway I married him so it turned out well.

I think with things like this, one of you just has to put yourself out there. It’s big and it’s scary but what have you got to lose? A friendship can’t survive if one person is in love with the other anyway. Just tell him straight, you can do it.

But also allow him some time to process. I’m so pleased DH allowed me around 5 days peace afterwards - he says now it was the longest 5 days of his life, but I needed that time to process.

strawberry2017 · 04/12/2019 17:37

I tremble sometimes if I'm nervous or anxious.
It happens so randomly I never know when to expect it.
When are you meeting him? Im so excited and hopeful for you!
I so wish I had and done the same all those years ago. Now I will never ever know.
Keep us updated please OP! X

Bogrod · 04/12/2019 17:47

I can’t think of anything unsexier than a trembly man but good luck 😁

spookysamhainwitch · 04/12/2019 18:57

@ExplodingHeart I think @Lemonsaretheonlyfruit hit the nail on the head. And I think the way she phrased it is good too!

Try not to be too nervous (hard I know) and if he was trembling because he was afraid you'd pounce on him, he wouldn't agree to meet you again now would he?

And remember OP, whatever happens be proud of yourself. It takes a lot to ask someone outright how they feel about you.

Has there been much flirting via text lately? Do you guys chat on the phone?

Lemonsaretheonlyfruit · 05/12/2019 11:38

@ExplodingHeart

How are you feeling? When is the lunch date?

strawberry2017 · 13/12/2019 12:15

Update needed Op! We are all rooting for you! X

LilyFromTheValley · 27/01/2020 10:05

Any update to this? Am keeping my fingers crossed that the OP and her friend have eloped and are living in romcom bliss...

slipperywhensparticus · 27/01/2020 10:09
Bear
Lifeisabeach09 · 27/01/2020 10:35

How did it go, @ExplodingHeart?

BengalGal · 28/01/2020 19:49

He is either very shy, not into you, or gay. Ask a guy friend of his if he is gay. Or just text him, you aren’t gay are you? I love our friendship. But I’m developing a bit of a crush on you. What should I do?

BengalGal · 31/01/2020 08:44

Any news? Do you have clarity now?

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