Have you had to convince yourself you like that person ?

Women and men can feel a lot of affection for each other. They have feelings for the other person and care for them on a very deep and personal level. However, they are not in love with that person. People in this situation may try to convince themselves they are in love, and they will do it by numerous means. They may list their best qualities, or search out ways they love them, or even act as if they are in love and say it with the hopes it will rub off in some way.

source: www.allwomenstalk.com