Was it brief and accidental — or deliberate and slow?
Did it come with eye contact, a smile, or lingering energy?
Have they done it before — only with you?
✅ Likely innocent: Quick, casual, done with everyone
✅ Possibly flirtatious: Slow, soft, paired with a meaningful look
✅ Possibly coded: Done in a group setting with others who seem to recognize it
🚨 Should You Respond?
If you feel comfortable and intrigued:
Return a slight squeeze or linger in the handshake a second longer
Smile knowinglyContinue reading…
