Why you reread their messages too much
You go back over the same lines looking for hidden meaning.
When someone matters, tone starts feeling like evidence.
Text strips away voice, facial expression, and timing cues that would make meaning easier to read in person. That leaves more room for interpretation.
If you care about the person, your brain starts treating small details like clues. Word choice, punctuation, speed, and warmth all start carrying more weight than they normally would.
Rereading feels useful because it promises a clearer answer. Most of the time it only deepens the decoding habit without giving you real certainty.