And there’s psychology behind why you might find the person in the cubicle next to you particularly compelling.
“Such feelings of attachment and unity can be similar enough to cause confusion.
Even if the conscious mind does not acknowledge the connection, often the subconscious will.
So how do you deal with an office crush and remain professional?
Should you find yourself crushing on a coworker, first things first consult your company policy.
As Jane Greer, PhD, and author of “What About Me?”
toldWomen’s Health, you should first double-check that inter-company relationships are even allowed.
It’s one thing to put your heart at risk, and another to jeopardize your career.
“Show them behaviorally that they’re on your mind,” Greer explained.
That’s at least one hurdle cleared.
But that doesn’t mean you should keep the relationship to yourself.
And your coworkers may feel betrayed by you should you not disclose sooner.
“People who frequently witness flirting .
report feeling less satisfied in their jobs, and they feel less valued by their company.
