Can you be emotionally attracted but not physically?

Can it exist without physical attraction? Yes, emotional and physical attraction can be completely separate, explains mental health counselor, Lily Ewing. "You might love someone for their humor or intelligence and just never get interested in them physically or sexually," she says.

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Accordingly, do i like them or the idea of them?

The only "difference" worth mentioning about liking someone versus the idea of being with someone is time in-between. In simple terms, you either grow to like them, hence liking the idea of being with them as well, or you like the idea of being with them, so you grow to like them. Then, how do you know if you actually like someone? Everything feels more exciting. You start to like the things they like (even if you used to hate it) You're thinking is focused on every little thing about them from the way they hold their phone to the way that they smell so good. You get jealous easy because you're afraid someone else will steal them away.

How do I stop falling in love with every guy I meet?

If you don't want to fall in love at all, these same tips will help you avoid it. Control your desire to find love. Don't worry about losing them. Distract your mind from thinking about them. Keep your friends and family close. Maintain separate hobbies. Remind yourself how independent you are.