I'm pretty sure what this means, but I would rather like to get a second opinion.
This guy I like, Timothy, has been one of my closest friends for about 3 years. We talk every day at school and know each other really well.
The problem is that ever since I met him I've had a very hard time keeping my hands to myself. Not in a, "I'm totally sexually attracted to him," way, either. It's more of having to fight myself to grab his hand or lean my had on his shoulder, or even wrap my arms around him. It's been a problem for a while now, as you can tell, and I would like some people's opinions on this.
You wouldn't think to hesitate on grabbing your mum's hand, a close brother or sister, giving your dad or grandparents a hug from time to time. It's just a way that people show love and affection to the people we care about.
The only reason your thinking twice about it is because Timothy isn't related he's a close friend and your scared that he either might read too much into it or he'll think it's strange.
If you two are that close then it shouldn't be a problem. Just chat to him about it, if he thinks it's strange then you'll find yourself not doing it anymore i'm sure. If not then continue to do so as you obviously care for him as a friend.
Just remember, there will be a time that either you will get a boyfriend or he will get a girlfriend and problems may occur then. Until then remain normal, if you have an open and honest friendship with each other then you should be talking to him :)
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