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When Every Advance Feels Like a Threat
✨ When They Only Come Close When You Pull Away
The clearest sign your partner is emotionally unavailable? They lean in when you lean out, then vanish the moment you reach for them. This isn’t passion—it’s intimacy seeking refuge in fear. Inconsistent love—from conditions, rejection, or early caregiver patterns—taught them to chase rather than stay, turning connection into a yo-yo of anxiety.

🌟 Thought Ripples
• Relief blooms in distance—panic erupts in closeness
• They return only after you retreat
• Fear of vulnerability fuels the push-pull dance
🕵️ The Inner Question
Do you find yourself chasing their presence—or inviting genuine safety?
💡 Perspective Shift
Instead of blaming their inconsistency, ask:
“What past hurts make closeness feel unsafe—and how can I offer steadiness without losing myself?”
🖋️ Growth Notes
Practice — Boundary with Compassion
This week, notice the moment you feel the urge to chase. Pause. Breathe deeply. Then say:
“I care about us. I notice when I reach for you, you pull away. What pace feels safe for you right now?”
Mindset Shift
You deserve love that feels secure. Extending compassion for their fear doesn’t require sacrificing your peace.
📢 This Week’s Reflection
• When did you compromise your boundaries to keep them close?
• What would safe love have looked like instead?
💖 Closing Thought
You can honor their journey and still protect your heart. Choose connection at a pace that respects you both—or guard your well-being with firm, caring boundaries.
Until next time,
Virtuelux
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