15 Things His Body Language Is Telling You (But He Won't)

Let's face it: men are not the best at communicating their thoughts and feelings, for a vast array of reasons. They are taught by our society to suppress them and if they don't suppress them they come off as weak. And if that is not reason enough, they would rather go to the dentist than get yelled at by us for telling the truth, because let us not kid ourselves here: sometimes as ladies, we ask questions that we don't necessarily want the answer to!

Men hate drama, and they avoid it at all costs. But there is one thing that they can't hide: their body language, it is the key to understanding any man, their intentions, and their true identities. It is so crucial to listen to a man's body language, because it may be telling you something that his words aren't. here are 15 signs to look out for:

15 His body is completely facing you

This is a big indicator of whether a man is feeling you or not. When a man's entire body is facing your direction, it usually means that they are extremely comfortable with you and they want to give you their full attention - mentally and physically. It means that they aren't concerned about anything happening around you or him, except you of course! This is also a sign to decipher the man's character. For example, if he is moving his body in all different directions when having a conversation with you, it could mean that he isn't really intrigued by you or the conversation. Who wants to be with a bad listener? It also could mean that he is checking out other women in the room… which is even worse.

14 He offers his hand, palm up

If this is something that a man does - rest assured you have him falling for you: emotionally and spiritually. Sometimes, these body language signs can be quite literal, and when you think deeply about them - it makes sense. A guy who is reaching is hand across the table to you means that he is literally reaching out to you. He wants to connect with you on a more intense, intimate level. The douche who is only in it for one thing could actually care less if he establishes this kind of relationship. What is even better, is if he offers his hand palm up. This means that he is open and receptive for you two to become something special - he is completely giving himself and his heart to you. And if you are feeling the same way, you better reciprocate! Men who are willing to be emotionally vulnerable are a dime a dozen in today's dating climate. Hold onto him tight.

13 Speaking of holding your hand, he does it anywhere and everywhere

This is an obvious one, but sometimes we settle and we forget what we truly deserve. The sleazy man that wants to keep his options open would rather be at the dentist than openly holding a woman's hand in public. What if he sees one of his other 20 women that he is involved with? That might become a little bit of an issue, and he wants to avoid that as much as possible, so don't believe the excuse that he doesn't like PDA. Holding someone's hand barely counts as PDA. When a man holds your hand, it is him showing to the world that you are his girl and he is so proud to be with you. You should actually make this a deal-breaker - don't trust someone who refuses to acknowledge your relationship in public. Unless you are openly dating other people as well, then by all means don't hold his hand.

12 His pupils are enlarged

When a man is into a woman, his eyes will show it: quite literally. When your eyes become dilated, it means that you are fixated on something interesting. Although this may be hard to catch, make sure to pay special attention next time a guy is looking at you. They say that eyes are the windows to the soul, and it makes sense why when you think about it! Not to get all cheesy, but he is opening up his soul to you when he enlarges his pupils. If you think about it, it makes total sense. If he is making eye contact, great. If the size of his eyes is literally enhancing when he gets a glimpse of you: you know that he is really feeling you. However, this is actually just a natural, scientific response. Just because a man's eyes become dialated does not mean that he has feelings for you. He could just be in it for one thing. The length of time he is looking at you means everything, which brings us to our next point:

11 Intense eye contact

Of course, any man can look at a woman who he is intrigued by. Most men can't even help it if they tried. When an attractive woman walks by, it is almost impossible for them not to get a glance. She can be a pure stranger. However, it is the duration of time in which he makes eye contact with the woman that makes all of the difference. I knew my boyfriend was in love with me not just by the way he looks at me, but by how long he maintains eye contact with me. If a dude is gazing into your eyes for an extended period of time, you either have a man who is falling in love or who is already in love. When you see it, you will know exactly what I am talking about. Clearly there is a pattern here: pay attention to a man's eyeballs.

10 Head rubs on deck

Who doesn't enjoy a good snuggle with a guy you love while they play with your hair? And if he rubs your head or plays with your long locks, the feeling is mutual. There is a big difference in physical touch with the man who is in love and the man who is just trying to get laid. Of course, the man who loves you is also very attracted to you and he will do some of the same things physically as the man who could care less. But there is a huge difference between sensuality and physical touch. Sensuality goes hand in hand with love. When someone is sensual with you, it means that they deeply care. One of these sensual reactions is playing with your hair, or giving you a great head massage. He wants to make you feel as comfortable as possible in his arms. How sweet.

9 He walks in sync with your stride

How incredibly rude is it for a man to walk ahead of a woman? It is completely selfish and it means that he is not trying to engage in conversation or enjoy the present moment with you. It is his way of saying that he could really care less about whether you are around him or not. And it is completely demeaning, it symbolizes that he will literally leave you behind in life. Think about it! Wouldn't the man that is in love want to be right next to his lady? A man who walks ahead of a woman is one of my biggest pet peeves personally! Talk about unchivalrous. However, if he walks in sync with you and your stride, it means that he is ready to take on the world with you, as a pair. It also shows great trust in a relationship - it is the sign of a true partnership.

8 He walks on the side that is next to the street

This is probably the most adorable thing that my boyfriend does for me, which sounds ridiculous. You would never even think twice about it and it might seem completely unnecessary to a lot of people but it means the world to me. On our first date, he insisted on being on the side that is next to the street. To be honest, I thought it was a little odd at first before asking him. He said, “I want to keep you safe and away from the street and the crazy drivers.” Living in a metropolitan area, this is actually a real threat. This is a little extra, and not every man on the planet does this when they care. It was a sign (to me) that he will always keep me safe. If you find yourself a mans like this you can rest assured that he loves you.

7 He cups your face while he kisses you

The “cup and smooch” is something to seriously take note of. A man who adores you will do this on a daily basis. It is usually in private because it is a way to leave the outside world at the door and to connect just the two of you to one another. He wants you to fully give your attention to him, and it is quite the passionate move. Pair that with him kissing you, pushing your hair behind your ear and a longing stare - the dude is absolutely smitten and cares for you deeply. The romance between the two of you is probably turned all the way up, so enjoy the moment! If you are in love, you have probably had this move pulled on you once or twice in your relationship, or everyday if you are truly blessed. This isn't something that is decided, it is just a natural gesture when there is an outpour of emotion.

6 His arms are crossed

Anyone who has their arms crossed is usually an indicator of them being uncomfortable. It is no different for men. It can either be a defensive mechanism, you two may be in an argument and he is being stubborn and not want to compromise. Or, he could be lying to you On a first date, crossed arms with him leaning back in his chair it could mean that he isn't into you. This kind of gesture is them protecting themselves and is a symbol of someone being closed off. When a man wants you, he will want to get as close to you as possible, not using their arms as a shield and leaning away from you! Men are physical beings and if they are feeling you this will find any opportunity they can to do just that… feel you. Of course, it is all dependent on the context.

5 He avoids eye contact with you

Eye contact is key in establishing a healthy and honest relationship. It is how two people connect on an emotional and spiritual level. When someone is dodging looking into your eyes that it could mean that they are trying to hide something. It is usually an indicator that they are feeling guilty and they don't want to face the music. When a guy is purposefully avoiding eye contact, something is definitely up with him. It may be that he is lying, or it may be that he is just hiding something. Be aware of this. It is the biggest indicator of when someone isn't being truthful, and who wants a dishonest dude? However, there are other reasons why he might be avoiding eye contact. Contrary to him being a liar, he may just be shy and nervous because he likes you! He could also be not interested at all to what you are saying. It all depends on the context and the nature of your relationship with him.

4 The half-smile

The half-smile kind of dude is usually a troublemaker. A half-smile, or a smirk, is typically the man that wants to just play around and have fun. It is seductive and disingenuous. This sneer-like grin is not him being caring, it is him just trying to seduce you and he usually has some plans and I'm not talking about dinner.He has put a bullseye on your back and he wants you - bad. This is the classic player smile and unfourutnately it is usually irresistable, especially if he is good looking and you are into him. You know that he is bad news but you just can't help it. This man is confident and cocky and he knows what he wants and goes after it and let's be honest: that is a very attractive quality to have. If you are just looking for a little fun, this is the guy to have it with. just do not get attached!

3 The forehead kiss

Ah, we all love a good forehead kiss. It is just the right amount of sensuality and sensitivity. It makes a woman feel quite safe and it is something you can just never get enough of. When a guy kisses your forehead, you know that they care about you. It is the sign of deep affection for a loved one, no matter what the circumstance may be. It is also protective gesture, and you feel like nothing can hurt you when a guy holds you and kisses your forehead. It gives you all types of goosebumps. It is like their nonverbal cue saying “I won't let anything harm you and I am here for you.” There is really nothing like it. If a man does this to you, consider yourself lucky! You have someone who really adores you. However, this could also be a sign that he just sees you as a friend but he still cares about you. Again, it is all about how you two view each other.

2 When you two first meet: he lifts his eyebrows

This is actually a social cue that most human beings do without even realizing it! It is called “the eyebrow flash.” It can actually be very effective on finding a potential partner. Even in a crowded room, the eyebrow flash can mean that someone is expressing interest and curiosity in someone of the opposite sex - without them even realizing it themselves! With this tiny little action that you may not even notice, someone might want to make social contact with you, and they want you to acknowledge them too. It is called the “eyebrow flash” because it usually happens at lighting speed, one-fifth of a second to be exact! So, you really have to be paying attention to the dude to catch a glimpse of it. If you “eyebrow flash” a guy, and they don't flash you back, it probably means that you should move onto the next prospect. What a wild idea.

1 You catch him staring at you, more than once

No, it is not a coincidence that the cute guy from across the bar just keeps looking in your direction. If you notice him staring at you, chances are he is doing it because he is into you. It is almost a guarantee that he is if it happens more than once, so make your move! Sometimes guys are shy too and nothing is sexier to them when a woman approaches them first. They can be just as nervous as we are to approach the opposite sex, even if they have a hard time showing it. They may even put on a poker face and not flash a smile but a man can't help but stare at a woman he is attracted to - they are very much visual creatures. So go up to him, compliment him and get yourself a date next time you see a good looking man staring!