- [Narrator] Figuring out whether your crush likes you
is one of the hardest things to figure out
because when it comes to attraction,
things are usually kept pretty subtle.
You have to look pretty close
if you want to see the signs that someone likes you.
Here's what to keep an eye out for.
One, they respond to the sound of your voice.
The sound of your voice can seriously attract other people.
Many studies have found that women are attracted
to deeper voices in men,
whereas men like higher voices in women.
Fast talkers are seen as more educated.
And if you can change up your inflection,
you're seen as more interesting.
You're crushed might be in love with the sound
of your voice.
So keep an eye out to see if they're responding
to your voice with a smile or laugh.
If this is the case, there might be a spark of attraction.
Two, they play hard to get.
The rumors are true.
Playing hard to get is a big sign of attraction.
When we're with someone who's playing hard to get,
we usually work that much harder to get their attention.
And that makes the seduction process much more intense.
This all comes down to one thing, availability.
Appearing to be less available
can make people want you even more.
Three, uncrossed legs.
Body language also reveals a lot about availability.
For example, when someone on crosses their legs and arms,
they're basically saying I'm available.
This is a basic body language in both men and women.
So this rule also applies with same-sex couples.
There are plenty of other signs of open body language,
such as unturned palms, maintaining eye contact
and many more.
Four, they talk about being single.
Let's stick on the topic of availability,
because it's such a huge factor in attraction.
When someone subtly drops a hint that they're single,
it's a great sign.
So when someone subtly mentions that they're single,
maybe it's the right time to make a move, because who knows,
they might be sending out signals
of availability as a sign of attraction.
Five, leaning in.
A 2014 study identified five separate flirting styles,
and leaning in was a huge sign of attraction
that was mentioned.
They specified that leaning in on an angle
from the hip is a big sign of flirting.
So if your crush is leaning into you
after you make them laugh,
it could be a major sign of attraction.
So keep an eye out for that.
Six, revealing personal info.
As a general rule, the more personal info a person reveals,
the more interested they are in you.
That's what a recent study found
when they studied flirting techniques.
This can still be done in a subtle way.
For example, someone might reveal that they're dealing
with a heartbreaking loss or a major setback,
but in a slightly casual way.
Seven, teasing.
In that same study, the researchers also studied the signs
of flirting that might arise during conversation.
And teasing was a big part of that.
They specified that teasing consisted
of making fun of another person in a lighthearted way.
We're guessing that a lot of our viewers have probably
experienced teasing in their own flirting experiences.
But remember, keep teasing lighthearted and fun.
Never make fun of someone for things they're insecure about,
no matter how much you're crushing on them.
Eight, eye pupils and dilation are linked with arousal.
We all know that eyes are the windows to the soul,
but if you stare deep enough into your crushes eyes,
you might just get a clue as to whether they're into you.
Studies have shown that when people become aroused,
their pupils actually dilate.
This is actually a pretty good sign
of sexual orientation as well.
Your eyes will dilate when you look at the gender
you are most attracted to.
Nine, playing with nearby objects.
When some people get nervous, they fidget.
They might play with their hair, their bracelets,
or their nails.
But according to a recent study,
those same behaviors might be linked with attraction.
Researchers found that people who were flirting often
found themselves playing with buttons on their shirts,
zippers, strings and many other nearby objects.
10, mirroring.
Another big sign of attraction is mirroring.
If you look closely, you might find that your crush
seems to be copying your movements
and behaviors in a subtle way.
It might be tilting their head to the side
in the same way as you or adopting a similar posture.
Mirroring has been studied quite intensively
in psychological research.
Which of these signs do you find interesting and believable?
Let us know your own experiences in the comments below.
Also please check out our friends, WeTheKim,
for a video they did on understanding
highly sensitive people.
It's very interesting.