"You want to be with them more and get to know them better," says Firstein. Generally speaking, you should want to be around the person you're in love with. If you've opened up and talked about how feelings of love and "seriousness" are defined for each of you, then it's a sign that you could be in deep, says Allison. The word loooove means different things to different people, and it's never fair to assume that you know what it means to your partner, too. "Sex can confuse emotions and introducing it too early can harm the potential for intimacy." So if you've waited to have sex, maybe it's a sign that you're more invested in the deeper stuff. "For many people, waiting to have sex is an important way to get to know a partner without the added dynamics that sex can often bring," explains Allison. It's also a sign of love if you've waited to get physical. Of course you're always going to have off periods that impact your sex drive, but in general, you'll always be attracted to each other if you're in love. "Sexual connection is important in any long-term relationship, as it’s a vehicle for a powerful kind of intimacy," says Allison. Obviously, you're going to be attracted to your S.O. "These relationships tend to be more about playing 'hard to get' and less about a real, raw connection." Totally done with the games? Then you might just be in love. "You don't feel safe enough to invest in a crush or hook-up," explains Allison. But in the long run, these kinds of slow-paced feelings lead to fireworks later, like marriage proposals and creating lifelong dreams as a couple. It's less exciting on the surface because it feels predictable and safe," she explains. "In the long run, most people find that true, lasting chemistry is created through having a partner who continually shows up in a loving way. So while that initial spark is important, you've gotta want to be more involved, too.īuilding true romantic chemistry takes lots of time, says Carmichael. "If you're interested in helping with everyday life situations like obliging a request for feedback on their resume or partnering up on a volunteer project together, then you're clearly connecting beyond the realm of just chemistry," says Carmichael. "You don’t want important moments to pass without them involved," Allison explains. Feeling comfortable having them around your parents, family members, and friends is seriously a major step, especially if you're keen on inviting them to holidays. If you've been dying to introduce this person to your family, it's clear that you've got more than just a little crush, says Allison. "Their company alone is enough to make the time enjoyable." AYou want to introduce them to your fam "You like doing simple things together: running errands, going for a run, cooking dinner," explains Allison. You know how things like grocery shopping or stopping for gas are super interesting when you're with your S.O.? Yeah, well, that's a sign of being in love. So yeah, if you've only got eyes for your bae, your feelings may be deeper than just a crush. "You're starting to find your other former 'backup' crushes less alluring," says Allison.
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“You’re interested in knowing what makes them tick, their dreams and passions, their background, family, and upbringing.” (Related: Take This Couples Quiz To See How Well You Know Your Partner) 4. But when it comes to love? Those conversations can be deep, explains Allison. It's easy to brush aside the deeper stuff when you've only got a crush on that certain someone. You talk about everything when you’re together You shouldn't find it hard to stay in the conversation or keep eye contact. If you love somebody, odds are you give them your undivided attention, says Sadie Allison, PhD, a sex educator and founder of GoLove CBD lube. So basically, if you've been feeling this way about your special person for a looong time, it's definitely possible that you're in love. One sign that this is more than a crush: "Your feelings don't dissipate over time but get stronger and deeper," says Irina Firstein, LCSW.
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