Crushing on someone can be both exciting and overwhelming. Especially if you are a teen, it is completely natural to feel confused about dating and relationships.Struggling with these emotions can be especially difficult when no one knows you even exist to that person you have a crush on.
If you are thirteen and in love but your crush doesn’t know it, do not worry! Here are some tips to take the right steps so that you get to express yourself the right way.
Acknowledge and Accept Your Feelings
The first step is acknowledging and accepting your feelings for your crush. It is completely normal to have romantic feelings as early as 13. Remember that it is okay to have feelings and you should never be ashamed of them. Secondly, figure out why you like this person. Is it because of their looks or something else? Observe and think, it will help .
Take Baby Steps
Don't rush into anything. Start flirting gently, subtly, by simply talking to each other, sending good morning texts, studying together and hanging out with mutual friends. This is a good way to see how they act around you. Also, try and pick up subtle signs that they may like you back such as them blushing or giggling around you, smiling every time they see you, etc.
Talk To Someone You Trust
You don’t have to go through this alone. Talk to someone you trust, such as a parent or a classmate who you can trust - to get advice and opinions. If talking to someone personally makes you uncomfortable, there are plenty of online support groups and websites which cater to teenagers and can help in this situation. The important thing is to find a listener and an outlet where you can voice your feelings.
Find Out The Person’s Interests
An important part of any relationship is to get to know the other person better. Try and find out more about their hobbies and interests. Maybe you can share common interests, such as movies, sports, music, etc. When you get yourself a better understanding of who this person is, it will help you understand them better.
Talk With Your Crush
One of the most important steps to let someone know that you exist is to talk to them. If you aren't one for words, you could always try sending them text messages. Compliment them as too much confidence can come off as creepy. Make sure to keep the conversation in healthy boundaries. Be funny, be intelligent and be honest with them.
Patience Is Key!
Love takes time, and it's crucial that you remember this. You may want your crush to understand and accept your feelings as quickly as possible, but you must be patient. Try your best to not rush things and keep the connection between you two strong. Keep doing small things such as offering help when needed and convincing them to hang out with you. All this may eventually make them like you back.
It’s hard to admit you like someone, especially if they don’t know you exist! But keep it simple and understand the important role you play in any relationship. Whether it’s a friend or a crush, it takes two to make a relationship work. Waiting can be hard, but it’s sure worth it.
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