Am I falling in love? How do you know you’re in love? Check for these tell-tale signs!
If you’ve never been in love, you might not know how it feels. Hell, even if you’ve been in love before, you might still be confused. Feelings are fluid and confusing, and hardly an exact science, so they can be hard to pin down. They call it “falling”, but it doesn’t necessarily have to hurt. It can, but it can also be extraordinary and engulfing. Terrifying? Yes. Amazing? Also yes. If you’re not quite sure, here are 25 sure signs you’re falling for him.
1. Everything is so easy
One of the incontestable signs that you’re in love is that it feels “right”. It feels easy and effortless and like it’s meant to be and nothing can harm the incredible bond you have. Enjoy this feeling for as long as it lasts, it’s very special.
2. You miss him at the smallest absence
It can be incredibly obnoxious to hear people say they miss their partner when they’ve only been apart for a few hours or a couple of days, but the truth is that when you’re in that phase of overwhelming infatuation, you really do miss them all the time.
3. You want to do things for him
Nothing says “I love you” like the burning desire to do things for your guy. Making him breakfast, taking care of him when he’s tired or sick, running an errand, etc. Nothing is too inconvenient when you’re in love.
4. You want to experience things again – with him
You’ve already been to Spain, but you want to experience it again – with him. You see, you want to share with him everything good you’ve enjoyed and experience it through his eyes.
5. You’re comfortable being weird around him
We all have our quirks and our weird, embarrassing habits that we don’t share with romantic interests…unless it’s true love. In that case, you feel comfortable letting your “weird” hang out for him to see. That includes that smelly, green mask you apply before bed and the way you talk to yourself while watching your favorite TV shows.
6. You’re sure he won’t hurt you
I know I’m in love when I’m not afraid he’ll walk out on me. I’m always guarded that way with the guys I date, but when it’s love, I’m completely confident and relaxed. Don’t settle for anything less.
7. His lack of texting doesn’t make you feel insecure
And speaking of being relaxed and having confidence in your relationship, suddenly, sporadic texting doesn’t bother you, either. A lag in communication means he’s busy, not cheating.
8. He’s your go-to guy
We all have a person, that one person you go to for everything. When you’re happy, you call them first, and when you’re down, you always want to get a hug from them. He is now your person.
9. You don’t need to make an effort
When you’re dating, there’s a lot of planning and effort involved in keeping things interesting. But when it’s love, literally anything you do together will be enjoyable, even just plain ol’ doing nothing.
10. He makes you feel safe
There’s a feeling you get when you’re around the man you love, like nothing can hurt you, because you’re protected by his love. You feel safe, and reassured.
11. You associate everything with him
Have you ever noticed that when you fall in love, suddenly everything is related to your beloved? You keep noticing his favorite things everywhere and your friends hate you for mentioning it every time.
12. You stopped missing your ex
There was a time when your thoughts would still fly to your ex from time to time, even if just to wonder how he was doing. Now, however, he hasn’t even crossed your mind in forever. There’s a reason for that.
13. You don’t hate things you used to anymore
You’re not a fan of hiking, but it’s ok, if you’re doing it with him. Even Adam Sandler movies are suddenly less unbearable, just because your boyfriend likes them. Ah, to be in love.
14. You can’t get enough of his silly stories
Normally, people telling rambling stories would drive you insane, but now…his are cute, ok? But that’s only because you love him.
15. You share his emotions
Lately, his feelings and emotions seem to transfer to you. If he’s upset, you are, too, and his happiness makes you happy. When he’s laughing, you are as well, and nothing makes you sad like his sadness. And it’s the same for him.
16. You talk about him way too much
They don’t tell you, but your friends hate you and the fact that you can’t seem to stop talking about him. You can’t help it if he’s so interesting, funny, sexy, intelligent, and…oh, that’s right, you’re in love with him.
17. You make plans for the future
Next month, you’re introducing him to your parents, then you’re taking him to your cousin’s wedding next year, and next summer, you’re going hiking together. Looks like you plan on being together for a long time!
18. Even if everything else sucks, you have him and it’s enough
It would be easy to lose hope and be completely overwhelmed by all of your problems if you didn’t have him, but you do, and he’s the one thing in your life that’s always good, and always sweet.
19. You took him home to mom and dad
Are you really “with” someone, if he hasn’t met daddy yet? You don’t take all your guys home, but he is different. You’re actually excited to introduce your dad to the guy who’s sleeping with his daughter, instead of being afraid of it.
20. Every mundane task and errand is suddenly romantic
“Oh, my love, the eggplants have such a wonderful color this time of year!” “Do you want to take out the trash together?” Does this sound familiar?
21. You go all the way back in his social media
Normally you’d be embarrassed to be caught doing that to a guy, but it’s ok, because neither of you has anything to hide. You just want to learn more about him.
22. You want to share everything you like with him
He must see your favorite movie, try the ice-cream place you used to go to as a kid, and meet your best friend. You just want to share every little part of you with him.
23. You let your guard down around him
No other time have you been comfortable showing a guy your childhood stuffed toy, or allowed yourself to ugly-cry in front of him, snot and all. It MUST be love.
24. It’s ok if you temporarily dislike him – you still love him
Love looks beyond the moment and is long-term, and deeper. So, even if your man may drive you crazy right now, your love for him is still the same. Now, if only he’d stop leaving his socks all over the floor!
25. You don’t need to go out, if you can stay in with him
Eh, who needs bars and drinks, if he’s not there? And you’d much rather stay home with him in your sweats.