The Chemistry Is Crazy! 8 Signs You Have Serious Sexual Tension With Someone — And No. 2 Is Next-Level - Page 2
2. Your body physically reacts to their presence.
What makes the attraction “tense” is the uncertainty surrounding whether it will be reciprocated, often compounded by a lack of familiarity with the other person. While sexual tension can be thrilling and ignite chemistry, it can also become uncomfortable or distracting if left unaddressed.
Kotziamani notes that uncomfortable tension can impact the body, causing a plethora of physical symptoms like “increased heart rate, blushing, stuttering, sweaty palms, faster breathing, and even an increased blood flow to genital regions.”
These physical responses are involuntary and are often the body’s way of signaling excitement or arousal. You might also feel a warmth spreading through your body or a sudden increase in energy when you’re close to them. These reactions are not just emotional but are also rooted in the physiological effects of attraction.
