They remember little details about you, find reasons to talk, make eye contact and sometimes flirt. Yet, when you expect them to take the next step, nothing happens. If someone acts interested but never makes a move, it can leave you questioning every conversation and wondering whether you imagined the connection. The psychology behind mixed signals is more complicated than it seems. Fear of rejection, uncertainty, emotional unavailability or a desire for attention can all play a role. The important question is not just whether they like you, but whether their behaviour shows they are ready to build something real.
