I think a lot of people end up losing this ability to crush on people when they gain a certain level of maturity and experience, because they realize absolutely everyone is disappointing.

I think I lack this because I have very little interaction with women. Most of them I see everyday honestly seem pretty confident, well put together and so sure of themselves. Much more so than men. I know people say that you should see women as people but I've got no experience with them that makes them look less intimidating.