Falling in love with someone is the best feeling in the world and no matter how I try to describe it, words will never be enough unless you experience it yourself.
I remember when I fell in love with my husband… It was so magical and almost surreal; all of a sudden, all the love songs were about me.
I felt like I could fly or conquer the world or do something super amazing.
If someone had told me I had superpowers in those early stages of dating, I would have believed them.
Love is beautiful and when you’re in love, there are going to be subtle signs of falling in love everywhere you look.
Do you think you’re falling for someone?
If you’re not sure, I’m going to give you some common falling in love symptoms you need to watch out for in this post.
Relationship experts say that the best way to know if you’re falling in love with someone is to notice how you feel inside when you’re with them.
The truth is, when it comes to romantic love, there are several little things that will happen to you inside to affirm that you really like someone and that you’re meant to be together.
Love doesn’t have a voice to tell you who to choose but you will feel it when you’re with the right person.
Some of the obvious signs of falling in love include having butterflies in your tummy, being too lovesick to eat, thinking about him all the time, and talking to him for hours without getting tired.
You can also experience physical symptoms like increased heart rate, uncontrollable blushing, feeling restless, and a high level of desire whenever you’re around someone you’re falling in love with.
Such intense feelings are normal and a lot of people experience them too at the start of a new relationship.
If you notice any of these signs, then it means you’ve surely been shot by Cupid.
15 SIGNS YOU’RE FALLING IN LOVE WITH HIM
It’s easy to confuse lust with real love especially if it’s your first time.
How do you know if you’re really in love and not just crushing on a cute guy?
Before you profess your unconditional love for your new friend and jump into bed with him only to realize a week later that you’re not that into him, it’s best to be sure about your feelings.
To help you find out what’s really happening to you, here are 15 genuine signs you’re definitely falling in love with him:
1. You feel like you’ve just won the lottery
One of the biggest falling in love signs most people notice is that they’re extremely happy when they’re around their crush.
If it’s love at first sight, you will feel like you just won the lottery.
When you’re in the early stages of falling in love, you’ll experience intense happiness for no apparent reason.
You can’t understand why but this person makes you feel so happy and full of joy every time you see him.
It’s like a furnace lights up inside when they are present or when they say your name.
2. You’re always thinking about him
When you first fall in love with someone, it’s normal to always think about him even when you don’t want to.
He’ll just pop into your thoughts when you’re doing something random and you’ll find it difficult to get him out of your thoughts.
You’ll often catch yourself daydreaming about him and the wonderful future you’re going to enjoy together.
Even though it seems a little bit crazy, those thoughts still enter your mind.
You may even find it difficult to sleep because of those euphoric feelings you’re experiencing.
One clear sign of falling in love is making future plans in your head about how much fun you will have together and all the beautiful places you want to explore with him someday.
3. You smile when you remember him
Do you smile when you remember him or when someone says his name?
That’s a good sign that you really like him and that he makes your world go round.
There’s just something different about falling in love with someone that is often so distinguishable.
When you hear other people’s names, you’re not so excited but when you hear his name, your heart literally leaps for joy like you’re going to have a heart attack.
Sometimes, you’ll even find yourself laughing alone about something funny he said or did earlier in the day. That’s the power of love!
4. You feel safe and comfortable around him
Safety is a priority for most people but when you’re in love, you don’t really care and you can take a lot of risks just to impress someone.
Have you ever caught yourself doing something you know you shouldn’t be doing just because you want to make him happy?
If you answered “Yes”, you’re definitely in love with him.
Research shows that people tend to feel safe and comfortable with someone they are in love with because the heart feels emotionally attached to that particular person.
Even if he’s dangerous in any way, you won’t really know because you’re too busy falling for him hard.
And you don’t mind spending your entire day with him because you feel completely relaxed around him.
5. You feel butterflies fluttering in your tummy when you see him
How do you feel when he walks into a room? Do you feel your stomach tighten until it seems like you’re almost breathless?
If you feel butterflies fluttering in your tummy, that’s one of the early signs you’re falling in love with someone.
When you first start to fall in love, you’ll experience some fuzzy feelings like there are a thousand butterflies fluttering in your tummy when he’s around or when you hear his voice.
This is because you’re both excited and nervous to see him. That’s what new love does to you.
Being happy for no reason is another sure sign of real love and it’s really weird but it happens to most people when they’re around someone they love.
6. You miss him when you’re apart
When you’re falling for someone, it’s normal to miss them when you’re not with them because you enjoy spending time together.
And when you miss someone you love, you may find it difficult to eat or do anything fun.
That’s just your body’s way of telling you that you really like this person.
In a recent study carried out by Harvard Medical School, it was revealed that loss of appetite can be one of the first signs of falling in love.
This is due to the increase in oxytocin hormones which also function as appetite suppressants in the body.
Dr. Serena Goldstein, a naturopathic doctor in New York, says being away from your partner even for a short period of time is kind of like having a hangover.
Life is miserable without him and you can only feel better when you see him again.
7. You’re worried about his welfare
One thing about compassionate love is that you’ll feel empathetic towards someone you love and you will try your best to make sure he’s okay.
Love can make you want to check up on him at the end of the day to find out if he’s alright.
If you hear he is not okay, you would be so upset and you would be willing to do anything in your power to make him feel better.
You may be an empath who normally cares a lot for people but when it comes to someone you’re falling in love with, you won’t mind going the extra mile for them.
8. You want to get more involved with his life
You’re consciously taking note of his favorite things because you really like him and you’re interested in his life.
When he mentions his favorite food or favorite color, you automatically register it in your brain so that you can remember it in the future.
When you’re in the right relationship, your partner’s interests will be a priority for you.
You’re generally concerned about his life, work or business and you don’t get bored with all the tiny details.
In fact, you want to learn everything you can about him because he fascinates you and you’re really into him.
9. You enjoy talking to him for hours
For most people, being in love feels a little bit like the honeymoon phase.
This is a period when you enjoy talking to him non-stop and exchanging lovely text messages every day.
You don’t seem to get tired or bored of talking to him. When you’re in love with someone, they are the first person you want to talk to about anything.
Whether it’s something good or bad, you always want him to know first because he’s your best friend.
Even if you haven’t spent much time with him, you feel like you’ve known him for years and you can trust him with your deepest secrets.
You don’t understand why but you tell him things you don’t often tell other people.
10. You feel a certain spark when he’s around
Do you feel a shiver up your spine when he stands really close to you?
Do you feel a certain spark when you make eye contact or accidentally touch him?
If you’re noticing a strong chemistry between you, that’s a great sign that you’ve fallen in love with him.
It’s also possible to develop an intimate desire for him at this stage and it’s not something you can control.
Your body seems to betray you every time you’re around him and you may secretly start craving physical intimacy with him even though you think it’s too early to get intimate.
11. You want to look good for him
Another big sign of falling for someone is that you’re starting to pay more attention to your appearance.
When you’re just friends with a guy, you won’t really bother about your looks if you’re meeting up with him for brunch.
Of course, you’ll dress nicely when you’re going out but you won’t put too much effort into your general appearance.
However, when you start falling in love with someone, you’ll care a great deal about how you look especially when you know you’ll meet him soon.
You’ll take more time to pick the perfect outfit and you’ll even put on makeup so you can look attractive enough for him.
12. You talk about him constantly to your family or friends
One of the most obvious signs you’re falling in love with someone is that you can’t stop talking about them to anyone who will listen.
You’ll jump at any opportunity to say nice things about him and everything he does always seems cute to you.
This can be super annoying to your friends and family who are really bored of hearing about your new boyfriend all the time.
You won’t find this love expression awkward in any way because you enjoy thinking about him and talking about his great personality.
13. Your friends are saying you’re in love
If you want to know if you really love someone, ask your friends what they think about your current relationship with your new friend.
They will be in the best position to know if it’s real love or just friendship. If you don’t really know how love feels, seeking the opinion of your close friends would be a good idea.
One thing about true love is that it doesn’t hide; it’s often difficult to control your own emotions when you’re on the love island.
When you’re in love with someone, almost everyone around you will notice it even before you admit your romantic feelings to yourself.
Since you’re the one feeling the love hormone, it would be hard to realize that it’s love unless a third party confirms it.
14. You want something more than friendship
As romantic love progresses, it’s normal to yearn for a deeper emotional connection with someone.
If you’re in love with a guy, you’ll secretly want your friendship to progress into a loving relationship…
But you’ll be too afraid to let him know how you feel because you don’t want to ruin the bond you share with him.
Do you wish he could just grab you and kiss you passionately? Or are you hoping he’ll stop giving you those shy kisses on your cheek and just go deeper?
That’s one of the definite signs you’re falling in love with him.
And if you get jealous, angry or depressed when you see him with another girl, it means you want to be more than just friends with him.
15. You’re hoping he feels the same way about you
Loving someone who doesn’t love you back can be a heartbreaking experience.
Are you studying his body language to see if he loves you?
Do you silently hope and pray that he feels the same way about you so you won’t be the only one feeling all these intense emotions?
When you start quietly wishing for a guy to love you back and express his feelings for you, that’s a sure sign you like him more than just a friend.
Being in love is amazing and if it’s your first time, you will feel like you’re floating in space.
Everything will suddenly feel different around you and you’ll also experience new things you’ve never felt before.
Falling in love feels like being down with the flu but in a really good way and you might need the love drug to feel better.
Some relationship experts equate falling in love to being high on a strong substance.
This is due to the adrenaline, dopamine and oxytocin hormones being released into your body that are causing chemical reactions in different parts of the brain.
According to Kat Van Kirk, a licensed marriage and family therapist, these chemicals are released throughout different stages of attraction, and help bond you with your romantic partner.
It’s quite different when you’re with the wrong person because most of these falling in love symptoms will be absent.
And you’ll somehow know that you’re not really compatible or that you’re not meant to be with each other.
Research shows that people who are single or in a toxic relationship usually have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol than people who are in loving relationships.
If you’re in the early stages of a relationship and you’re noticing these 15 telltale signs you are falling in love with him, don’t panic.
Start preparing to tell him how you feel about him so you can know if you’re on the same page before your heart commits too deeply into a romantic relationship.
It’s best to express your feelings early on to avoid being stuck in a one-sided relationship or experiencing the pain of unrequited love.
You may be tempted to rush into a committed relationship with the person you’ve fallen in love with.
But it’s best to take things slow and make sure you’re compatible with each other before starting a long-term relationship.
If you’ve ever caught yourself asking “Is love enough in a relationship?”, you’re on the right track because there’s more attached to building a successful relationship.
A healthy relationship involves a lot of understanding, mutual respect, compatibility, true friendship, romantic love and trust from both partners.
It’s best to watch out for any red flags or signs of incompatibility before taking a deep dive especially if you don’t have much experience from past relationships.
To be on the safer side, don’t make your love life public until you’re sure about how your boyfriend feels about you and what the future holds for both of you.
What happens if you tell him how you feel and he doesn’t seem ready for love?
That may not be the outcome you expect if you’re in the mood for love and it could be heartbreaking.
But you don’t have to let it make you feel sad or discouraged because you have your whole life in front of you and you can meet your soulmate at any time.
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About The Author
Jennifer Dagi
Jennifer Dagi is happily married to her best friend and the love of her life.
As a relationship coach, she is passionate about helping couples build healthy and happy relationships.
She strongly believes communication and intimacy are the most important ingredients for building a successful relationship.
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