If You Notice These 9 Things Between Two People, The Magnetic Attraction Is Undeniable
Magnetic attraction has its own language, and these are the clearest translations.
galka3250 | Shutterstock Magnetic attraction is one of those bold, electric feelings you can't really fake. When there's an undeniable magnetic attraction between two people, it often shows up from the very first meeting — like your bodies and brains have been wired to lean toward each other without even trying. This pull goes way beyond physical chemistry; it's the unspoken energy that makes conversations easier, eye contact harder to break, and casual touches feel electric.
According to life coach Ronnie Ann Ryan, this kind of attraction is biological, rooted in our instincts to connect and reproduce, but it also plays out in very real, very human ways today. If you're paying attention to the cues — both physical and verbal — it's not hard to tell when that magnetic attraction is there. These are some of the clearest signs that the magnetic pull between two people is real.
If you notice these 9 things between two people, the magnetic attraction is undeniable:
1. Conversation just flows naturally
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If the conversation isn't one-sided and you aren't the only person asking the questions, this is a good sign that your date is magnetically attracted to you.
According to experts, reciprocity in relationships is valuable in intimate relationships. If they are attracted to you, they will want to know more about you and ask you questions.
To test this sign of magnetic attraction, try to notice how many times you ask questions vs. them and if the conversation seems to flow naturally. If the conversation seems even, that's a good sign.
It's also a major plus when there aren't a bunch of awkward, uncomfortable silences that are painful to slog through!
2. You can't stop staring at each other
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"You can sense mutual attraction by the way someone looks at you," says Ryan.
Magnetic attraction is all about chemistry, which is often marked, at least initially, by prolonged eye contact.
"You can feel that magnetism without saying a single word," Ryan explains. "It feels like electricity that jumps between you as you touch, or even look longingly at each other."
The two of you might look at each other, then away, and then back — and as you start getting more comfortable with each other, the eye contact is even more intense.
If someone is attracted to you, they will keep their gaze on you, whether they realize it or not, so make sure to notice if there's a lot of warm, intimate eye contact during conversation.
3. You love how they smell
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There's something about a person's scent that can make us even more attracted to them. This is, in large part, thanks to pheromones, which are like chemical messages that our bodies give off that give us a certain scent.
You can spot this if he or she points out that you smell nice or if they aren't afraid to get closer to you because you smell good to them. See if you catch them trying to casually get a whiff of your neck when you happen to be close to each other, or if he or she points out that they like the way your perfume or cologne smells (even if you didn't put on any before leaving the house).
4. Your body language gives you away
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Body language is crucial when decoding the unspoken, magnetic attraction between two people.
If a magnetic connection is there, both people typically consciously or subconsciously use open body language, such as angling their body towards the other person, facing their feet toward you, or casually brushing up against you or lightly touching your arm (perhaps with a polite "excuse me") when passing by.
They may also be more obvious by smiling, especially with their eyes, or waving 'hi' discreetly.
5. You naturally cozy up together
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While we made a previous mention of this in the last point, this has to do with when you're in a situation where you're actually physically close to each other, like being out on a first date.
A major sign of unspoken magnetic attraction between two people is cozying up to one another, despite already being in close proximity. Studies show that when people are attracted, they subconsciously reduce the amount of space they keep between themselves (i.e., getting closer than normal). Another way of engaging in physical touch might include giving one another a slight touch on the arm, back, shoulder, or leg.
Men frequently do this on dates to "test out" how things are going, and to see if their date will brush away their hand. If not, they'll assume things are going well, and the electricity they sense is indeed mutual.
6. You can't stop smiling at each other
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A good sign of unspoken attraction is when the two of you can't stop smiling when looking at each other, simply because you're both so attracted to one another and having a good time.
Smiling also signals that someone is indicating they enjoy the company of the other person and that they are genuinely interested in their date.
7. You mirror each other's moves
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According to studies, the number one sign of unspoken magnetic attraction is mimicking behaviors such as mirroring the other person's posture, initiating conversation, making constant eye contact, nodding, smiling, and laughing at whatever the other person is saying.
For example, you might notice your date takes a sip of their drink at the same time you do, or touches their hair whenever you do.
If these mirroring behaviors and gestures are reciprocated, then that's a good sign of magnetic attraction. Make sure to match their moves if you want to give them hints that you like them.
8. You check each other out
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There's nothing that spells out magnetic attraction and clearly states 'I'm really into you' than obviously checking out the other person. This is an undeniable rule of attraction because if a person can't help but eye you up and down, that means they're not just attracted to your face, but your whole body.
Make sure to pay attention out of the corner of your eye when you get up from the table, in case your date's eyes glance over at your body to check you out.
9. You laugh at everything
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If you are having a conversation with a date and it's going really well, you might find yourself laughing at pretty much anything, and your date doing the same. Research suggests that when people laugh together, it often leads to feeling closer and experiencing more positive emotions during their interactions.
Laughing, including small giggles, smiles, and even big, hearty laughs, is definitely a major sign of magnetic attraction.
Be careful not to confuse magnetic attraction with relationship compatibility.
"Today, chemistry with someone is a heck of a lot of fun. But this type of magnetic draw rarely turns into a long-term relationship or lasting love," warns Ryan. "It's hot, it's all-consuming. But it's not a sign of compatibility beyond the bedroom or the ability to commit to lasting love and a supportive, enduring relationship."
However, that shouldn't deter you from exploring magnetic attraction.
"If you decide to check it out, just be sure you know your agenda before you get started, so you don't end up disappointed or broken-hearted," Ryan says.
Megan Hatch is a writer at YourTango who covers news and entertainment, love and relationships, and internet culture. Follow her on Twitter and on Instagram.
