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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
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…