What is why do my crush's friends act weird around me?

It's common to notice changes in behavior when you're around your crush's friends! Here's why they might be acting weird:

• They know you like your crush: This is a big one. Friends often know things before you think they do. They might be acting differently because they're trying to gauge your feelings, trying to protect their friend (your crush), or simply because they feel awkward knowing the dynamic. This is related to Friend%20Dynamic.

• They're testing the waters: Are they teasing you? Making suggestive comments? They could be trying to see how you react to certain topics or gauge your interest level in their friend. They're acting as unofficial "scouts" for your crush. This relates to Social%20Cues.

• They're being protective of their friend: Friends often want the best for each other. They might be sizing you up to see if you're "good enough" for their friend or if your intentions are genuine. This is about Friendship%20Loyalty.

• Awkwardness/Nervousness: Sometimes, it's simply awkward for them. They might not know how to act around you because they don't want to say the wrong thing or unintentionally reveal something about their friend's feelings. This is simply about Awkward%20Social%20Situations.

• Jealousy: While less common, jealousy could be a factor. Perhaps one of your crush's friends also has feelings for them, or maybe they simply feel like you're encroaching on their friendship.

• Misunderstanding: Maybe you're misinterpreting their behavior. What you perceive as "weird" could just be their normal personalities. Consider that their baseline behavior might be quirky.

• Trying to set you up: On the more optimistic side, they might be trying to create opportunities for you and your crush to interact! This relates to Wingman%20Behavior.