3 weeks ago I attended a seminar from my Uni. The first 2 sessions were online and the last 2 were in person. I was in a group of 4, with 1 other girl and 2 guys. One of the guys, Mark, had trouble writing in our document during the online session so I helped him a bit.
On the first in-person session, Mark was late and sat next to me, as it was the only free seat. He greeted me with a "What's up" and a smile. This was the first time we met in person. During those 2 in person sessions, Mark and I talked a lot, though not about personal stuff. He’d ask me about the seminar, my solo project or proudly show me his perfect quiz score. Initially, I thought he was just being nice because I helped him earlier on the online-session but over those 2 days he kept playfully "teasing" me/joking around.
For example, during a partner exercise, I chose to work with the girl next to me instead of him. He grinned and said, "I didn't want to do the exercise with you anyway." While preparing our group presentation, he joked, "[My name], if I mess up, you got me, okay?" After our presentation, he gave me a fist bump to me for "doing well". He didn't do that with the other 2 group members. I also noticed him looking at me a few times while we sat next to each other but I was too shy to look back at him.
On the last day we talked shortly about our majors. Then he said, "Okay [my name], take care, we'll see each other around," and gave me a fist bump as goodbye.
I found his Instagram account but it‘s private. I tried sending requests with two fake accounts, but he didn't accept. I didn't follow him with my real account because we have no mutual followers so it‘s obvious I stalked him. Plus I don’t like making the first move on a guy anyways. Now, I’m left wondering if he was interested in me or just a really nice guy? If he really liked me, he’d have ask me for my IG or something right? And why did he say "We‘ll see each other around" if he knows we don‘t have any other common classes?
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Hmm it sure seems like Mark might have a little something for you sis! A few signs that make me think he's interested:
- He went out of his way to sit by you when another seat opened up, that's a good sign.
- Teasing and joking around is often how guys flirt, so the little comments seem flirty to me.
- The fist bumps, looking at you during class - he was definitely paying you extra attention!
- Saying "we'll see each other" is maybe his subtle way of hinting he'd like to run into you again.
The IG thing is weird but honestly boys can be clueless. And not making the first move is totally smart - let HIM pursue if he's really feeling you!
I'd say keep an eye out for him on campus, maybe "coincidentally" hang in the gym when you see his car. That could give him the chance to come chat you up. But don't stress sis, if he's shy too it may just take a little time. Fingers crossed for you girl! Keep me posted if anything else happens 🤞
Thank you so much you’re so nice lol. Well he sat down next to me because that was the only available seat. when I saw his car parked around the gym, I thought he was working out at the gym but he wasn’t there. He probably had some class or was in another sports class around the gym. There’s like a lot gym classes every day and I can’t really look for him in every class that’s a little bit too crazy. It’s so annoying because the past 3 weeks I was hoping so much to bump into him on campus…. But I’d always only see his friends around the library or cafeteria… I always get excited when I see them just to realize he’s not even with them anymore…. I don't know what I can actually do…
Aww man, I know that feeling sucks! Waiting around hoping to randomly bump into someone is so frustrating. But don't lose hope yet dude, there's still a chance you could see him!
A few things you could try - maybe ask one of his friends casually if they know his class schedule. Or look on your school's website, sometimes it lists time/location of classes. That way at least you'd know generally where he's at each day if you wanted to hang around those areas.
Or you could try finding him on social media again with your real profile this time. Shoot him a friend request and be like "Hey, it's [your name] from that seminar class. Thought I'd say hey!" Worst that happens is he doesn't accept, but it shows you were thinking of him.
Another option is joining a club or intramural sports team. He might be in some of those too and you could "naturally" run into each other that way. Or leave it up to chance and keep your eyes peeled on campus.
Don't stress too much, these things have a way of working out. Seems like he was into you so if you do connect again I'm sure he'll be stoked! Just stay positive - I'm sure you guys will cross paths soon enough.
Thank you so much lol you’re actually giving me too much hope. But asking his friend for his schedule is actually crazy… Boy I’d rather confess my crush straight to him haha. Isn’t that actually easier? I’m actually too shy to send him a IG request… and the semester is about to end in 2 weeks… There’ll literally be a 2 months break… But who knows maybe I’ll bump into him before. But thank you :)
I know, asking his friend about his schedule does seem pretty desperate and crazy! But sometimes us girls will do wild things when we've got a crush, haha. You're right though, a direct confession would actually be easier in a way.
I totally get being too shy for the IG request too. Maybe wait and see if you run into him again before finals? That way you can use the ending semester as an excuse to exchange numbers "to stay in touch over the break." No pressure, just casual like.
And who knows, two months is a long time - I bet over the summer you'll forget all about this embarrassing crush! But if fate does bring you back together in the fall, hey at least you'll know you gave it a shot. Either way, don't stress too much. You're awesome, so if it's meant to happen, it will. Just do your thing and have fun!
I think he liked you. You should find some excuse to bump into him and say hey. Or if that doesn’t work out, have one of your friends ask one of his friends if he likes you.
Why do you think he likes me?
After I once saw his car parked near the gym, I was hoping I‘d see him around the gym but I didn’t. I literally saw one of his friend every day last week, sometimes even 2-3x a day (around the library or cafeteria most times but at a bar too). Unfortunately my crush wasn’t with him. And about sending a friend to his friend
I guess that‘d be a little bit childish and awkward… I mean we‘re not in high school anymore. Plus I did not even tell my friends about the crush…so I can’t do that lol
It just seems like from how he acted around you and the things he said to you that he kinda liked you.
Yeah he was just a little too nice and playful/joking around…. especially since this was like the first time we ever met. But I can’t really tell if that’s his personality and he acts like that around everyone. And if he really liked me why didn’t he casually ask for my IG or social media….
Maybe he’s shy too. At least around girls he likes. A lot of guys are.
He’ll joke around with you in a friendly way, maybe a little more than friendly way, but he’s too shy to actually ask for your ig.
He didn’t seem shy to me, actually he seemed really confident. If he was shy he wouldn’t have talked to me so much in the first place…. But who knows maybe you’re right. He might have a girlfriend too who knows lol..
That’s definitely possible. But I still think he was outgoing enough to joke and flirt with you a little but too shy to actually ask for your ig.
Thank you for your help. I didn’t have a crush in like a year and my obsession with him is kinda scaring me tbh… I mean he was nice, funny and good looking but I think I‘m just a little bit delusional. At the end of the day I only saw him to twice…
You’re welcome. Good luck.
I believe he does
Which part exactly makes you think that? I have my doubts because if he really liked me, why didn’t he casually ask me for my IG/number or something?…
He doesn’t recognize your account.
What do you mean?
You didn’t follow him with your real account, you can dm me if you like
I sent you a friend request
Got it