26 Signs He Has Strong Feelings For You

Men, unlike women, have a hard time letting other people know what they feel.

Not knowing what a man feels for you is hard for a woman. After all, it’s not easy to assume that he has feelings for you or be the one to ask the question.

A man could already like you but might not even say it.

When a man doesn’t say what he feels, this can cause confusion and sometimes misunderstandings. 

If you know the signs he has strong feelings for you, then you don’t have to wait for him to say it out loud.

You would be able to know what he feels and what he’s trying to say through his actions.

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Why are men not vocal about their feelings?

Isn’t it frustrating when you know that you are already developing feelings, but he doesn’t admit it?

“I have feelings for you. I’ve fallen in love with you.”

Isn’t this easy to say? So, why is it so hard for men to say it and be vocal about their feelings?

Let’s go back to when boys start growing up. 

In our society, boys are expected not to cry on ‘small’ problems. They should grow up tough and strong, ready to handle any situation – like a real man.

For most people, when you’re a man, you’re expected to be masculine, and you are not allowed to be mushy, emotional, or even too sweet. 

It’s one of the reasons why some men can’t and won’t admit solid feelings for you. 

Now, some men are just shy and are afraid of being rejected. That’s another reason they can’t be vocal even if he has feelings for you. 

Knowing this, when a guy says he has strong feelings for you, how do they show it?

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How does a man express his feelings?

Have you seen your special someone show signs he has strong feelings for you? 

You’re not making a mistake. Men would choose to express what they feel through actions and body language. 

You would be able to read a man’s actions and catch feelings through his actions, facial reactions, and body language. 

If he’s clenching his first or gritting teeth, he’s angry. If he’s always cooking food for you, getting you everything you need, he cares for you.

Does a man change when he’s in love? 

Now that we know how to read a man’s gesture, we won’t fail to notice changes in his behaviors, actions, facial expressions, and even his habits when he’s in love. 

When a man is in love, you’ll notice changes. It’s one of the ways how to know if someone has feelings for you.

Are you noticing signs he has strong feelings for you, and you want to know if you’re right? 

  Then, we will be giving you 26 signs he has romantic feelings for you.

26 Signs a man has strong feelings for you

“Does he have feelings for me? I don’t want to assume that he does.”

Being in a situation where you’re ready to fall in love but unsure if the person you like has feelings for you is hard.

These 26 signs will help you read your man to see if he has strong feelings for you. 

1. He stares at you – a lot

One of the signs he has feelings for you is when he could not get his eyes off you. 

Every chance he gets, he will look at you. 

This gaze is intense, deep, and full of emotions. So let’s not confuse this with the type of stare that will give you the creeps. 

If you catch him, he might even smile and blush. 

Deep inside, he contemplates how he feels about you and how he could show you what you mean to him.

2. He always wants to be close to you

 A man who has feelings for you will try to be close to you. 

He might choose to sit close to you, be your teammate, tag along with a group event, etc. 

A man doesn’t need to think long and hard about this. It happens automatically. He would take every opportunity to be close to the person he likes – you.

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3. He’s not seeing anyone else

One proof that a man has genuine feelings for someone is that he won’t be seeing anyone else when you’re already dating. 

He won’t try to flirt or entertain anyone who does. 

When a man is in love, his focus is all yours. How sweet is that?

4. He shows you his vulnerable side

As much as possible, a man will not let his guard down. 

However, if he has feelings for you and he trusts you, he will start to show you his vulnerable side. He would even open up to you.

A man who has strong feelings for you will tend to drop his guard and become less defensive in your presence.

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5. He texts, calls, chats with you all the time

One of the signs he has strong feelings for you is when he constantly tries to communicate with you.

He checks on you by texting or calling you. He would even chat or text you when he wakes up, letting you know that you’re the first one he thinks about upon waking up. 

If he has some good news, you may even be the first one to know.

6. He acts silly when he’s with you

Men are not that good at processing their emotions. 

For some, when they start falling for you, they would act weird. Men who are falling in love are not doing this on purpose. 

They’re confused and are trying to process their feelings so that they may act nervous, awkward, and even silly at times.

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7. He tries to make you laugh

One of the signs he has strong feelings for you is when he tries to make you laugh.

Why is that? 

When someone is important to you, all you want is that person to be happy? He tries his best to make you laugh because if you’re happy, he’s also happy.

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8. He’s always smiling when you’re together 

When someone is happy and in love, they have that noticeable sparkle in their eyes. 

If you notice your special someone smiling often and has that sparkle in his eyes, he may have feelings for you. 

Love and affection can light up anyone’s mood. Happiness is one of the side effects of being in love.

9. His friends know you

A man who already has feelings for you will have the urge to talk about you with his friends.

He could even start a topic or tell stories about you. How much he admires you, how strong you are, etc. 

Don’t be surprised when his friends smile at you and comment, “Oh, so she’s the one!”

10. His family knows you too

Has your special someone introduced you to any of his family members? 

Like his friends, he’d want his family to know about you too. 

Men aren’t vocal creatures, but they would still mention you when they are with their family, which means something. Don’t be surprised if he’ll ask you to come and eat lunch with his family one day. 

That’s a lovely gesture too.

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11. His kisses are passionate

 There can be different types of kisses. Some kisses are aggressive and lustful, while others can be romantic and passionate. 

When a man has feelings for you, expect his kisses to be passionate, slow, and romantic. 

A kiss with love is different. You’ll know when it happens. You will feel the difference between a kiss with feelings and a kiss of pleasure. 

12. Sex is intimate

Where does romantic kissing lead? 

That’s right, passionate and romantic kisses lead to intimate love-making.  

It’s more than just fulfilling carnal desires; it’s all about showing your feelings to someone.

Each caress, each movement is different. The passion is intense, and the connection would be undeniable. That’s the beauty of having strong feelings for your person. 

13. He shares his childhood memories 

 Have you seen a man sharing his childhood memories with someone else? 

We seldom come across a man who would open up to his experiences, but it means you’re important to him when he does.

Most men wouldn’t even dare to share their past, let alone their childhood memories, so if he does this, it means he is comfortable having this conversation with you.

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14. He’s acting weird when you’re together

Does he make silly faces, laugh out loud, or even sing his heart out? 

If he does, he is comfortable with you and wants you to see who he is. It’s one of the signs he wants to get closer to you by showing his true self. 

He can act weird, silly, and even funny because he wants you to see him like this. He wants you to realize that he’s spontaneous, fun, and genuine.

15. The conversation is deep 

A man developing feelings for you will start loving the time you’re having conversations. It’s an opportunity to get to know you more, and besides, everything about you becomes interesting for him.

It’s no longer small talk.

Your conversations now consist of deep conversations. It may include serious topics such as plans, finances, religious beliefs, and more.

16. He always compliments you

Compliments are a man’s way to show you how he feels.

He may praise your achievements, your beliefs in life, your intelligence, and of course, your beauty.

Since he already has feelings, he would notice every detail about you and appreciate them. 

So if a man is constantly praising you and gives you sweet compliments, then this is one of the signs he has strong feelings for you.

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17. He feels jealous

One of the most obvious signs he has strong feelings for you is when he gets jealous. 

Men are not vocal with their feelings, but their actions are a dead giveaway. If he has feelings for you, he won’t be able to control his reaction when he sees someone else trying to get your attention.

Did you notice his mood suddenly changed? Did he stop talking to you or reply with “K” or “Fine”? It would help if you asked him. 

Mark Tyrrell, a qualified psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, teaches us how to treat jealousy in this short but informative video.

18. He’s caring, even in public

A man who has genuine feelings for someone will care, even in public. He would open the car door for you, get your coffee for you, or anything chivalrous would mean that he’s a true gentleman who has feelings for you.

While there are men who are just plain gentlemen, a man who has feelings for you will go the extra mile. 

Your instinct will tell you, and you’d feel it in his gestures. 

19. He’s very protective 

When you see signs, a guy is protective of you, and it’s because, by default, men will have the hero complex, especially with the one they like. 

He would go out of his way to help you, make things easier for you, and be there when you need him. 

A man who will do this for you has feelings for you. 

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20. He surprises you with gifts

One of the sweetest gestures of men in love is they give unexpected gifts.

It doesn’t need to be expensive gifts. It could be a cup of coffee, a cupcake, a box of chocolates, or maybe a pack of your favorite candies. 

If a man, out of the blue, showers you with unexpected gifts, then there’s a chance he likes you.

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21. He can spend time with you doing nothing

 Does he try to be with you even though you have nothing to do? After talking or eating, you lie in bed or watch movies, but you still have a good time.

If you are smiling because you know you have been doing this with your special someone, that’s already a sign for you!

Keep in mind that even silence is enjoyable when you’re with the person you like.

22. He tells you his secrets

 If you think telling you his childhood memories is sweet, wait till you hear some of his secrets.

Why do men do this? Aren’t they secretive? 

Well, they are, but when he feels comfortable around you, and he trusts you, he would be the one who will initiate this conversation.

It’s his way of slowly opening up to you. It’s a way to show you that he trusts you and values you.

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23. He allows you into his world

You know a man has feelings for you when he slowly tries to include you in his plans. 

It’s no longer about hanging out or having a date. 

You’ll notice how much he tries to invite you into his world. You’ll meet his friends, family, even workmates. He’ll show you his hobbies, favorite places, and everything about him.

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24. He remembers details about you

We all know that men always forget important dates. It’s one of the most common issues of couples.  

So, if he remembers details about you, he’s into you. 

If he remembers your favorite color, coffee, the brand of cake, and even your favorite show – it means you’re more than special to him.

25. He includes you in his plans

Does he ask you if you want to join their party? Maybe, he wants you to accompany him to his family reunion? 

Here’s a secret, men won’t do any of these if he doesn’t have feelings for you. 

If he includes you in either present or plans, you’re more than just someone he likes. He might have strong feelings for you.

26. He respects you

 A man who has genuine feelings for someone will show his utmost respect. 

Showing respect is one of the most beautiful ways a man can show his feelings for someone.

Respect is one of the most beautiful ways a man can give to someone, especially the girl he likes.

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Conclusion

 Who doesn’t want to fall in love? Who doesn’t want to feel the butterflies in their stomach? 

However, for a woman, it’s not that easy to ask whether you’ll be in a real relationship or continue dating.

Sometimes, we get to the point where we want to know if we’re moving forward or not, but what if your special someone doesn’t say anything?

Men aren’t vocal, especially with their feelings. 

Don’t get upset if they don’t bring it up. What you can do is to look for signs he has strong feelings for you.

By knowing this, you don’t have to assume anymore. You will understand your man’s actions and what he is trying to tell you.

Once you do, it will be easier for you to ask him about your status.