Thanks Peggy for your input! Another thing that is stuck in my mind is that — after our first professional meeting, I came home tired after a long day at work and wanted to rest for a few minutes. I must have slept for 10-15 minutes, but I remember that the first thought that came to my mind when I woke up was “I think I just met my husband!” and the thought continued all that afternoon, but I tried to dismiss it saying it was crazy for me to think that, as I knew nothing of the new person I had just met. This episode still runs through my mind as something like this had never happened to me.

I have tried to find a way to let him know that I like him in a subtle way (once, I brought him a souvenir from a trip I made abroad and he seemed a little surprised but he must have interpreted my gesture as a gesture of friendship and appreciation rather than love) but other than that, I cant seem to "find a way to tell him" I like him a lot. I dont want to sound desperate, pushy or jeopardize our work collaboration…. this is just killing my peace of mind but hes all I think of these days and I am looking forward to seeing him again even though its only for a short period of time.

Any advice on how I can let him know I like him in a subtle and elegant way? He brings so much joy in my life but, at the same time, sadness because I can`t be with him.