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How To Tell If A Fellow Medium Writer is in Love with You

The fine art of reading between the lines and under the sheets

4 min readApr 8, 2024

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Ever found yourself scrolling through Medium, chuckling at a cleverly crafted piece about the existential dread of choosing the right avocado at Trader Joe’s, and thought, “Hey, I wonder if the person behind these words is my soulmate?” No? Just me?

Well, strap in, because we’re about to embark on a journey that’s part treasure hunt, part Sherlock Holmes mystery, and 100% not approved by any dating expert worth their salt.

The Subtle Art of Emoji Interpretation

First off, let’s tackle the basics: emoji usage. If a fellow writer responds to your comment with an eggplant or a peach emoji, they might just be a fan of produce. Or not.

Reading into emoji choices is like trying to interpret Morse code without a key. “🍆🔥💦” might mean they’re into you, or they just really enjoy spicy eggplant recipes. The jury’s still out.

Analyzing Comment Length: A Metric of Love

Ever receive a comment so long you thought, “Wow, this could’ve been its own article”? That’s clue number two. If someone’s leaving you essays under your posts, it’s not because…

Nathan Chen
Nathan Chen

Written by Nathan Chen

I'm Nathan Chen, a queer Asian writer advocating for LGBTQ+ issues, Asian representation, work life & mental health. Let's explore life's complexities together!

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