Psychologists say that when showing sympathy, men use certain signs that indicate the sincerity of their intentions.
A man's sympathy can be expressed by verbal and non-verbal signs.
Verbal:
- Showing curiosity about a woman’s personality;
- A man’s stories about his personality: tastes, interests, hobbies, etc.;
- Meeting friends and relatives;
- Praise and compliments;
- Providing services or assistance;
- Surprises, gifts;
- Verbal declaration of sympathy.
Nonverbal signs:
Facial expressions
The facial expressions of a sympathetic man are more “lively” and expressive than usual. This happens due to the desire to stand out and attract attention. Such a man listens to every word and displays on his face the emotions that accompany him during the story (this is how he shows his respect, understanding and attention).
Gestures and postures
A sympathetic man uses certain gestures and postures to demonstrate his masculinity, courtesy, care and attention. In this way, he shows an effort to please the object of adoration and win reciprocity of feelings.
A man, when in the company of a woman he likes, uses the following gestures and postures:
- He pulls down his collar, straightens his clothes, sometimes shakes them off - he wants to be liked, to attract attention, he is embarrassed;
- Toes pointing in her direction is a sign of interest;
- Straightened shoulders, hands on hips and emphasis on both legs demonstrate self-confidence;
- Touching the hair is an attempt to attract her attention;
- Putting your thumbs behind the belt is a desire to show self-confidence;
- When communicating, leaning towards a woman, invading a personal comfort zone or shortening the distance - interest in communication and a desire to be closer to her;
- Raises the chin, slightly throwing back the head - instills a sense of authority;
- Unconscious copying of gestures and poses is a manifestation of empathy;
- Open pose: arms and legs are not crossed - an expression of acceptance and trust;
- The legs are spread a little wider than usual - a subconscious demonstration of masculinity.
Behavior
Being in the presence of a woman he likes, a man tries to attract her attention and receive reciprocity:
Sight
You can tell a man's attitude and interest by looking at him:
Smile
A man who feels pleasure at the sight of a woman he likes often smiles.
To understand the sincerity of his smile, you need to pay attention to facial expressions:
- Wrinkles around the eyes;
- Crow's feet on the sides of the eyes;
- Raised cheekbones and corners of the lips.
An important fact is that true facial expressions are read in the first fractions of a second. If facial expressions near the eyes do not appear during a smile, then most likely it is used as a mask. 
This does not mean that the man wants to deceive, but indicates a manifestation of pleasure due to the presence of the object of adoration. Lifting one corner of the lips is considered sarcasm., and this fact is worth paying attention to.
Actions
Conversations
A sign of male sympathy is frequent conversations about a woman - a man wants to know everything about her personality. He talks about things that put him in the best light, trying to evoke reciprocal honesty or other desired feelings.
He also asks personal questions:
Appearance
A man begins to scrupulously monitor his appearance:
All this helps to increase self-esteem, and, as a result:
Communication Initiative
A man's sympathy can be determined by the manifestation of initiative in communication.
He is interested:
- First of all, is the woman free;
- Everything that concerns her personality;
- Her habits;
- Flavors;
- Preferences.
A man displays such behavior to determine points of contact, compare views and habits, as well as to choose the right gifts and surprises.
Jokes galore
Signs of a man's sympathy also include frequent jokes. This helps him attract attention and gain mutual sympathy.
In jokes you can show eloquence and erudition, gain a reputation as a positive person with whom spending time becomes desirable and enjoyable. Funny and witty jokes help you remember your last meeting with pleasure and a smile and look forward to your next date, because being with him is pleasant and fun. 
From a psychological point of view, a joke can successfully fill an awkward pause, and laughter relieves tension.
Care and attentiveness
Men know that attentiveness and care are qualities that are valued by a woman first and foremost. Based on these signs, a woman will judge him as a future husband and father.
He sincerely cares about the woman’s health and well-being, so he strives to:
One of the signs of a man’s sympathy is the importance of his chosen one’s opinion. When asking a woman for advice, a man emphasizes her importance. At the same time, the woman feels like a useful and intelligent person.
She is pleased to experience such feelings, which increases the chances of mutual sympathy. Perhaps, in fact, a man does not think about this fact, but on a subconscious level this is how it works, and he understands the cause-and-effect relationships.
Often gives gifts and surprises
Giving a gift or surprise to the woman you like gives even more pleasure than receiving the gift yourself. It doesn’t have to be anything expensive, the main thing is to do it nicely.
Psychologists say that when a person is happy, it is pleasant to be around him, he is like a magnet attracting people to him. Will a man give gifts to a woman to whom he is indifferent? Perhaps, but this would mean that he expects something in return. In this case, you need to pay attention to the nature of the gift.
When a man sincerely tries to guess the woman’s desire in his gift, to add something personal to it, then this fact indicates sympathy.
If this is a cup, but there is an inscription on it relating to the woman’s personality, then this is no longer a banal gift bought in a hurry, but an individual sign of attention. When choosing him, the man invested his feelings and thought about her.
Initiates acquaintance with friends and relatives
A woman’s acquaintance with close people and relatives indicates seriousness of intentions, and light flirting is always more superficial. At the beginning of a relationship, a man takes a closer look, looks for common ground, studies the personality of the chosen one, her interests, tastes and preferences.
And only at the next stage, when the man is confident in his feelings, does he introduce her to the circle of his family and friends.
If a young man for a long time does not strive to introduce his chosen one into the circle of people who are significant to him, then we are talking about an unpreparedness for a long-term relationship.
Expression of sexual interest
Expression of love
To express his love to a woman, a man does what she likes, namely:
And vice versa, devoting all his free time to her, he does not spend money on her - most likely this is not falling in love, but satisfying his own whims.
If a guy is young, shy and inexperienced, or has been disappointed in relationships in the past, then he may hide his feelings and be a timid and indecisive person. Such men look furtively at a woman, and, once noticed, look away.
Experts say that during the period of falling in love, only good qualities are noticed. Minimal advantages are exaggerated and exalted, while the disadvantages are either not noticed or are analyzed and interpreted in favor of the object of adoration.
Sympathy from a colleague
A colleague is a person whom a woman sees almost every day. Knows his manners, habits, style and so on.
For this reason, you should notice changes in small things:
Sympathy from a family friend
It’s hard to call a family friend a stranger. He knows personal characteristics, tastes, preferences, he can freely walk home and call at any time. 
He is no stranger to the concerns and problems of a woman friend. He already has many privileges that a stranger has to conquer. And yet there are signs by which one can determine that this man is trying to move from the category of “friend” to a closer relationship.
A family friend shows affection in the following way:
- Increased time spent together;
- Increased eye contact, efforts to keep her constantly in sight;
- Interesting look with lingering on the chest, hips;
- Attempts to touch and interest in reactions to them;
- Looking for opportunities for solitude.
Affection of a married man
The difference between showing sympathy for a married man is the need to hide his feelings from prying eyes.
It is possible that he does not plan to move on to more personal relationships due to his decency.
However, there are signs that are difficult or impossible to hide:
- First of all, a man always looks for the woman he likes with his eyes and looks at her with an appraising gaze;
- Signs of attention;
- Unobtrusive periodic intrusion into the personal comfort zone;
- Showing interest in conversation, touching on topics related to the individual;
- She does not accept criticism addressed to her, stands up and justifies this woman.
Sympathy for an older man
A distinctive feature of a man of respectful age is the difference in priorities. He, like a young man, will show signs of attention, admire the woman’s appearance, but to a greater extent take care of her physical and emotional health. 
He will also try to give what he himself lacks, hoping for mutual return.
Such a man shows sympathy in the following way:
Sympathy of zodiac signs
| Aries | Men of this sign are distinguished by courage and self-confidence. They won't walk around for a long time and hint about their feelings. They boldly invite you on a date and declare their attitude. They try to attract attention with a leading position and demonstration of their achievements. Can spend money on generous gifts in order to achieve a cherished goal. Takes quick steps in developing relationships, but can also quickly become disappointed. |
| Taurus | Men born under the sign of Taurus do not open up right away. Being practical people, they look for the same in a partner. They take a long look and thoroughly study the woman’s personality. They show sympathy by expressing increased attention, wait for reciprocal actions and welcome women's initiative at the first stage of the relationship. A distinctive feature of this sign is comprehensive control over a woman and jealousy. |
| Twins | Men of this sign are distinguished by their eloquence. Showing sympathy, they will focus on compliments, attract attention with their erudition, and try to surprise the woman. During the period of courtship, they are more interested in appearance than the inner world, for this reason, when flirting, they are more inclined to consider than to listen. They like to make surprises and cannot stand control. |
| Cancer | Owners of this zodiac sign have a sensitive and subtle nature. In courtship they show gallantry and attentiveness. They know how to hide their feelings for a long time, looking closely at a woman. However, having made their choice, they will show care in every possible way, invite you on romantic dates, support and listen carefully. In most cases, a woman will understand what she likes only when he wants it. In this case, the main attention should be paid to non-verbal manifestations. |
| a lion | Showing sympathy for a woman, a man of this sign behaves artistically and openly in the presence of the object of adoration. He demonstrates his vitality, fearlessness and optimism. His appearance becomes more presentable. He is not indifferent to how the chosen one looks, so he will boldly and comprehensively examine her. Capable of giving a generous gift and inviting him to an expensive restaurant when the opportunity allows. |
| Virgo | Men of this sign are distinguished by a sense of responsibility. Showing sympathy for a woman, they will protect her and try in every possible way to help her. Their gifts are not very expensive and frequent, but they are necessary and practical things. Such men are not distinguished by generous displays of feelings, and their courtship can be seen in increased attention to all the little things concerning the chosen one. |
| Scales | The owner of this sign comprehensively evaluates the woman he sympathizes with. He will be intensely interested in her views, habits, and social circle. Such men are able to court for a long time and maintain distance in relationships. |
| Scorpion | Men born under this sign have good intuition. In relationships, a lot of attention is paid to a woman’s inner world. They are erudite and comprehensively developed. During the courtship period, they demonstrate their skills and abilities. They are intensely interested in the life of their chosen one, they are jealous of the expression of sympathy from other men regarding their woman. They try to look presentable and notice every little detail in the appearance of their chosen one. |
| Sagittarius | A woman who is interested in a Sagittarius man will be surrounded by attention and care. They court persistently and energetically, without hiding their feelings. If such a man sympathizes with a woman, he openly talks about it and takes responsibility for this person. |
| Capricorn | Men of this sign are cautious and prudent individuals. They are not generous with emotions. They think about and plan their actions. In relationships with women, they tend to take initiative. They are interested in the preferences of their chosen one and make a decision. Such a man will rarely ask which restaurant his chosen one would like to go to. He will ask about her favorite dishes, music and atmosphere and choose the best restaurant in his opinion. Such a man is not eloquent and is not inclined to give compliments. If he liked a woman, then he will win her heart with good deeds and good deeds. |
| Aquarius | Men born under this sign are inventive and unconventional. They do not give trivial gifts and do not like to repeat themselves. Such a man, in order to win a woman, will arrange unpredictable surprises and evaluate the emotional reaction to them. He is not too picky in choosing a woman, but is inclined to adapt to her image. This person's behavior may be unpredictable. He can show signs of attention and courtship for a long time, and then change his mind and marry another woman. |
| Fish | A man born under this sign will show guardianship and care. Signs of attention from a sympathetic man will be expressed in concrete help and self-sacrifice for the sake of the woman he loves. They are standard in their decisions and prefer banal courtship. Such men do not look closely for a long time, but quickly declare their feelings and rapidly develop the relationship process. Women are valued for literacy and a calculating mind. |
conclusions
Relying on verbal signs of manifestation of male sympathy, it is difficult to assert with confidence about the seriousness of intentions. Eloquent phrases and beautiful courtship can easily mislead a woman.
Particular attention should be paid to non-verbal manifestations and sincere willingness to provide help and support in a difficult situation.
It is also necessary to take into account the importance of the meaning of one’s own behavior, take responsibility for mistakes made and learn lessons from current situations.
Video about signs of a man's sympathy
5 main signs that someone likes you a lot:
How a man in love behaves:
The guy should be the initiator of a serious relationship, and we have learned this truth since childhood. It is he who must begin the complex ritual of courtship, invite her on dates, seek favor, give gifts, and show genuine interest in everything that concerns his chosen one. This kind of thinking is unbearable for a modern woman who suddenly realized that she likes a guy. She is confident that if she wants, she can get attention and achieve mutual sympathy from a young man, the only problem is that she does not know how to correctly express sympathy.
There is no big secret here, you just need to skillfully and subtly make it clear that the girl wants to be closer. Conventionally, we have identified 7 ways that can convey to a man that a girl likes him and she is ready to start a relationship with him.
How to show sympathy?
2. Eye contact. Probably every woman at one time or another begins to understand what a powerful help her gaze can be. Some cultures teach men that a woman's gaze can be hypnotic. However, such a weapon of expression of sympathy requires accuracy and caution. A person who arouses our sympathy should see a purposeful gaze for a few short seconds, no more, but his gaze should not wander either. A long look is scary. Having in her arsenal a beautiful smile and a skillfully honed look, a woman is able to conquer the whole world.
3. Development of receptive skills. It’s one thing to be able to master ways of showing interest, and quite another thing to be observant. Did your chosen one smile back, is he looking for your eyes? If the answers are yes, there is nothing to worry about. The lady's persistence is not becoming, everything should develop gradually and in the most natural way.
4. He doesn't answer! How to be?! There is no need to despair; perhaps the chosen one is too shy, or not entirely confident in himself. After all, his brain is already stunned by everything that is happening, the most contradictory thoughts fill him, preventing him from concentrating. If your chosen one is a colleague, or you study together, then you can give him signals at every meeting, but you shouldn’t go too far with this, showing your interest too clearly. For those who want to please a guy, female patience and a little cunning should help them choose the right tactics.
5. Conversation. Don't forget the most important thing - remain yourself. You shouldn't try to impress a guy at all. Easy and relaxed communication is all that is required at this stage. The eyes, which play one of the main roles in conversation, should help here. Look for his gaze. If a guy is about to leave and the dialogue is not going well, you should not try to detain him. The most important thing, as you remember, is to show your sympathy.
7. Don't stalk him. It’s not at all worth expressing your sympathy to a guy by saying that you have turned into his shadow. Give up the desire to see him 24 hours a day, even if this feeling lies deep in the subconscious. Staring at him in a cafe until the last customers leave, drooling in the library, just because he is preparing for a report tomorrow, all this is harassment. Of course, every person who has experienced a feeling of love can understand such a desire and need, but it’s still worth pulling yourself together. Continuous devouring with your eyes for several hours will, of course, let the guy understand your “subtle” hint.
Dear girls, perhaps you will perfectly master all the listed techniques and learn every piece of advice written above, however, perhaps the guy is simply not interested in you, and then all these little tricks will not help.
If a man's facial expression changes when you appear, this can be understood as the first sign of sympathy. Raised eyebrows, half-open lips, an embarrassed look, and dilated pupils indicate interest. If a man is not too confident in his attractiveness, when a pretty woman appears, he may blush and become confused about the conversation.
Along with facial expressions, you should pay attention to the timbre of the voice - when talking with the object of sympathy, a man’s voice acquires softness, velvety and delicacy.
Gestures and postures
Sometimes signs of sympathy in a man can be confused with manifestations of nervousness. If an interesting woman is nearby, a man may start fiddling with buttons, straightening his tie, unbuttoning and fastening his zipper. Gestures of sympathy also include touching the face, ears, and hair.
Legs spread wide apart and thumbs tucked into trouser pockets or belts indicate hidden sexual desire.
Next to a pretty girl, a man does everything to please her in appearance - he stands straight, shoulders straight and stomach tucked. The direction of the toes of his shoes usually indicates the object of his passion. When talking, a man tries to move closer to a pretty woman, violating her personal space. Another sign of sympathy is mirroring a woman’s gestures.
Behavior
A guy in love often secretly watches the object of his passion. Wherever he is, he keeps the woman he is interested in in his field of vision. In this case, a man may try to attract her attention with the help of loud jokes, laughter or demonstration of any talents, for example, virtuoso playing the guitar.
One of the surest signs of sympathy is the unexpected appearance of a man with many hobbies in common with yours.
An enthusiastic person strives to spend more time with someone he likes. Men, under any pretext, try to talk more often with an interesting woman. At the same time, they always touch on personal topics - hobbies, desires, aspirations.
Any man in love tries to help a woman and protect his beloved. However, it is worth learning to distinguish between manifestations of gallantry and the desire to provide real support.
Very often a man tells a woman about his feelings in a joking manner. He can say, for example: “Now I know your address, and I will come to you for tea.” In response, the man expects a manifestation of your feelings - answer him in the same frivolous manner.
To find your happiness, you need to be more attentive to the men around you. Take a closer look - maybe your loved one is very close. And take a step towards him.
Nature is designed in such a way that in almost any situation, every person subconsciously wants to please another similar person. This manifestation is often mutual. This is especially reflected in the interaction between the sexes. Every girl should know the signs of sympathy from a man.
First impression upon meeting
In most cases, at the first glance at a person, you can understand how pleasant he is to you. The more discerning of us can boast that the signs of sympathy on the part of a guy are always the same, and any girl can understand them. However, in reality it is not so simple.
It is unlikely that you will be able to understand at the very first meeting whether a person is your soulmate, but you can find out about his habits. From the first meeting, for example, it will be visible how a man dresses, whether he is neat, has bad habits. Moreover, having an understanding of body language and facial expressions, you can recognize true feelings and a truthful attitude towards your interlocutor.
The skill of understanding a lie based on the actions of your hands, finger gestures, facial expressions, and body position will help you avoid falling into the trap of gigolos and becoming a victim of a swindler. This is especially true for girls who have little relationship experience.
Scientists conducted a study and it turned out that when you first meet, the main role is played not by what comes out of your lips, but by how they look and what your body says.
So, the first impression depends on:
- Body position and spectacular appearance (by 55%).
- Habits, good manners, a girl's voice (by 38%).
- From the information flow (what the woman says).
The ability to identify signs of a guy's sympathy is akin to understanding a foreign language. It must not only be learned, but also understood. A person is not always able to hide his intentions; some little thing will definitely give him away. And the girl must notice her already at the first meeting.
Does a man feel sympathy?
Psychologists say that it does not matter whether the meeting is the very first, or whether the couple has been communicating for some time. In any of these cases the guy will try to appear before his companion in the best light, he will attract her attention in every possible way, even sometimes not on purpose.
General signs of sympathy
You can judge your interest and desire to get closer by the frequent touches of a man. He tries to take his companion by the hand and hug her, if the level of their relationship allows it. The man will gradually reduce the distance when communicating. Some ladies may even feel like he is invading their intimate area. But for a man in love, this is only an innocent step forward.
The guy will want to appear taller and more confident. He will involuntarily straighten his shoulders, straighten his back, and straighten his hair. Now it is important for him to show his solidity. That is why a woman may notice that such the interlocutor will often put his hands on his belt, draw in your stomach. So, a man will be confident that he looks beautiful and attractive.
Sometimes a man involuntarily raises his eyebrows when talking to an attractive interlocutor. He rubs his chin, fingers his pen, buttons, etc. A man in love wants to be more open when communicating with his passion, so he most likely will not cross his legs or fence himself off from you. You can often notice how when communicating, your hands rest on your knees, palms up.
It’s also worth paying attention to whether the man is looking for something to rely on. If such help serves, for example, an extended leg, a woman can be convinced of his sympathy, because her chosen one is overwhelmed with feelings, which causes slight dizziness.
If a man is interested in a girl sexually, which in most cases happens simultaneously with falling in love, he can keep his hands near the belt. This happens instinctively and symbolizes desire and readiness for active action.
The look of a man in love
You can definitely determine hidden sympathy if you meet the eyes of the guy you like. It is here that it is certainly impossible to simulate the situation and lie about hidden feelings.
How to tell if you're in love by the eyes:
It is important to understand that all guys are different: some are shy, while others can directly express their desires with a long, piercing gaze. However, a man will definitely try to look at you, even if he is in a large group of friends.
Men's actions
Whether he is a guy or an impressive mature man, in both cases there will be a desire to protect his passion, come to her aid, and also devote maximum free time - this is male psychology.
Guys especially strive to save their beautiful passions, because this elevates them to the rank of heroes, which is nice for any girl. And also, a man, having previously learned about your interests, will definitely show attention to them and try to please.
How a man in love behaves:
In addition, in order to show their feelings or, in some cases, out of hopelessness, guys can provoke conflict situations with representatives of the stronger sex. In their opinion, this makes them more masculine.
Signs of sympathy from a colleague
Of course, in this case, all of the above methods for determining sympathy are acceptable, but a man in love, working together with the woman he likes, can manifest himself in a special way.
Signs of sympathy from a male colleague cannot be seen on a date; in this situation, it is the girl who will have to try to see the spark and hope for continuing the relationship.
Obvious signs of attention
Indirect signs
If a colleague often looks at you, looks at your clothes, arms, legs, whole body, and lips for no reason, this is a clear sign of strong sympathy and desire. You may not notice this right away, but repeated episodes will definitely catch your eye.
Often you have to work in the same office. If a man is in the presence of a woman tries to take off excess clothes, most likely, there is sympathy. This could be a jacket, vest, cardigan, or a regular loose tie. Thus, the stronger sex tries to attract attention.
Despite the fact that modern offices do not have much space, a man in love will try to reduce the distance between you even more. He will definitely use the intimate area for this, while trying to touch the woman.
Finally, it is worth noting that any guy who wants to attract the attention of a girl he is interested in will try to show his best side in society. This is a demonstration of a sharp mind, intelligence, one’s skills and abilities.
