There's no need to delay. Once you're alone and have made your crush comfortable, you should just tell them how you feel. The sooner you do it, the better, and the less likely you'll be to make yourself more nervous or likely to ramble on about something unrelated.
Consider doing it via text.
So don't feel guilty if you'd rather do it over text message. "It's already so bold and courageous, so it's over-the-top to expect someone to be there face-to-face and then stand there waiting for an answer," Dr. Bashan says.
If you're nervous about getting rejected, it can be helpful to show your crush that you like him before you talk about your feelings. You can hang out with him and give little hints with your body language, text messages, and attitude that let him know that you're interested.
You should definitely tell him you like him if you know more about him than anyone else. This means you two are close enough to share those important details about each other's lives. And since you know so much about him, you truly like him for him. Also, if you know him that well, that means he knows you too.
Signs you just like the attention
If you're only talking to them for attention, Wood says you might notice the following red flags: You feel anxious without their time or attention. You're emotionally unavailable, and you keep your guard up. You don't know much about them beyond the surface (and you don't care to).
Try to tell your crush sooner rather than later.
The longer you wait, the harder it will be, and the more you're likely to overthink it. Even if your crush says no, telling them sooner will give you a chance to move on more quickly. If they say yes, you can move on to your relationship faster!
Drop a few hints
Make eye contact when you're talking to them, or hold their gaze for a couple of extra seconds when your eyes meet in the hallway. You could playfully tease them, or send a flirty text after school to let them know you're thinking about them.
Be upfront and honest.
Tell the other person how you feel directly and let them know why you're confessing. This can be difficult if you're really shy, but if you've spent time building up confidence, you should feel a little better about confessing. Say something like, "I wanted to tell you something.
So, when should you confess versus asking your crush out first? I think it comes down to how well you know them. If you know them well—especially if you're good friends—it might be best to confess before you start dating. But if you don't know each other well, wait until after.
Popularized by the romcom, the three-day dating rule insists that a person wait three full days before contacting a potential suitor. A first-day text or call is too eager, a second-day contact seems planned, but three days is, somehow, the perfect amount of time.
Obvi telling someone you have strong feelings for them can be terrifying and majorly risky, but Brown says the conversation is well worth the anxieties. “If he or she is truly a potential lifelong partner, you should definitely give it a go,” he says.
First crushes may occur at any time, but generally start at around 10-13 years of age. They are an important step in developing normal and healthy romantic relationships, and provide opportunities to learn how to compromise and communicate.
Smile and make eye contact when you see the person you like.
This will show that you're confident and self-assured, and it will also show your crush that you noticed them. If you notice your crush is looking at you, make eye contact and hold their gaze for a few seconds, then smile and look away.
Do you prefer spending time with family, friends, or people other than your partner but still won't give up on your relationship? If you feel this way, you could be settling. On the other hand, if you don't have a sense of happiness and feel nothing when you are around him, it is a sign you are settling.
If someone is in love with you, they trust you. They want you to be the best version of yourself and only want good things for you. That includes giving you space when you need it. On the other hand, someone who is obsessed with you will be jealous and possessive.
Sternberg's theory of love, infatuation is rooted in passion; you're wildly attracted to the person, you're excited to see them, the sex is great, etc. Meanwhile, romantic love is rooted in both passion and intimacy; you have all the ingredients of infatuation, coupled with friendship, trust, support, etc.