Crushes in the Digital Age

Crushes have become more intense and often delusional due to the influence of social media and dating apps. The curated images we see lead us to project our desires and fantasies onto people we barely know, creating a false sense of intimacy. This phenomenon can exacerbate feelings of anxiety and low self-esteem, as we misinterpret social cues and interactions, believing they hold more meaning than they actually do.