Hi IM.
This might be a strange question and not something I would ever admit to IRL.
Since I was in primary school I have always crushed on my teachers, mostly female. Even now in my 30s I still manage to crush on and obsess over strong and influential women in my life. I do have mother issues and think this is likely related.
What I want to know is does anyone else have these feelings? How do I get over it? When the feelings aren't reciprocated I feel absolutely gutted although I'm not into these people in a sexual way. I feel like such a freak
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You're not a freak!!! Lots of people have these same feelings....but don't give it a second thought. Honestly, you're admiring women...what's wrong with that!? <3
I think it depends on what you mean by 'crush'.
I think it's normal to want to spend more time with influential people in your life. Everyone wants to win the approval of someone they admire. One particular boss I would have loved if she had taken me under her wing so to speak. Alas I was just one of many employees and certainly not one she bonded with.
Crush normally equals romantic feelings. I think you mean idolise/respect etc.