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Have you ever become infatuated with someone, but only wanted to be besties with them? Then you've had a platonic crush, also known as a friend crush or even a "squish." Although this idea first became popular in asexual and aromantic circles, anyone can have a platonic crush—and they can lead to some of the best friendships out there! Read on to learn everything you need to know about platonic crushes, including how to tell if you have one and what to do about it.
Things You Should Know
- A platonic crush is when you have intense feelings for and an emotional connection to someone but aren't interested in them romantically or sexually.
- You likely have a platonic crush on someone if you often agree with them, are deeply interested in them, and want to spend a lot of time with them.
- Handle a platonic crush by letting the person know that you'd like to build a closer relationship with them. Spend time getting to know each other and doing fun things.
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