Is this guy acting strange, or am I just overthinking things?
So, here’s the situation: I’m in a bio class filled with juniors and seniors (I’m a sophomore), and there’s this guy sitting diagonally behind me who just keeps staring. He’s a senior and was in my math class last semester. I noticed that whenever I glanced over, he was always looking back at me—or even if I turned my gaze in his direction, he’d be looking. At first, I didn’t think much of it since I don’t know him, and no one I know has heard of him either. But this semester, I made the questionable decision to take a class with only older students, and now he’s sitting right behind me.
Honestly, I tried to brush it off, but I can see him staring out of the corner of my eye. I’ve even caught him looking at me in the reflection on my Chromebook. To make matters stranger, there’s a common area at my school where people go to work during lunch, and he started hanging out there too right after our bio class. I wouldn’t think much of it, but given the circumstances…
Last week, I decided to switch hallways to avoid him, but when there was a class on the other end, I thought I’d be smart and head upstairs—only to find him there a few minutes later. I ended up moving again. We also have to partner up in bio, and since I had no one else, I ended up paired with him. During a review session, when the teacher suggested partners but said we didn’t have to, he got up and asked if I wanted to work with him. For some reason, I said yes, even though neither of us spoke the entire time, and I slowly scooted away from him.
I’d probably feel less uncomfortable about this if he weren’t a senior and I wasn’t just a sophomore, plus he gives off some weird vibes. So, am I overreacting, or is this guy legitimately being strange?
It sounds like you have a lot on your mind about this situation, and it’s totally valid to feel concerned. From what you’ve described, it does seem like he’s showing an unusual amount of attention towards you, especially given the context of the age difference and your school environment. His behavior—staring frequently and following you to different areas—can definitely come across as unsettling.
It’s important to trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable around him, it’s perfectly okay to take steps to avoid him or to let someone know about the situation. Safety and your comfort should always come first. If you decide to talk to a friend, a teacher, or a counselor about your concerns, they might be able to offer support or advice on how to handle the situation. Just remember, it’s better to be cautious and prioritize your feelings about it. You’re not overthinking this—your feelings are valid, and it’s important to take them seriously.