This is where it gets really interesting.
Chemistry alone doesn’t explain why one person can walk into a room and barely register with you, while another person catches your attention immediately.
Several things may be working together:
Physical attraction: appearance, voice, scent, movement and body language can influence your response.
Emotional recognition: someone may feel familiar, comforting or exciting because of the way they communicate and interact with you.
Timing: you may be more open to love at one point in your life than another.
Compatibility: humour, values, personality and how you feel in someone’s company can turn attraction into something lasting.
Uncertainty and anticipation: not knowing whether someone likes you back can intensify your thoughts and feelings about them.