Why Your Partner Pulls Away (it’s Not What You Think) #vulnerability #relationshipadvice #dating

Ever felt your partner pull away — and couldn’t figure out what changed? Share your experiences in the comments below.

When men pull away, it’s rarely about losing attraction or interest. The real reason often goes much deeper — and it’s not what most people think.

The biggest thing that destroys relationships isn’t cheating or big arguments — it’s dismissiveness. The small, subtle moments where you or your partner try to connect and get brushed off. These are called micro dismissals — moments like:

1. Ignoring a comment meant to start a conversation.
2. Minimizing their feelings (“you’re overreacting”).
3. Checking out emotionally when things feel uncomfortable.

Over time, those small moments add up. They quietly teach your partner: “I don’t feel safe being myself here.”

Emotional safety is the foundation of connection. Without it, one person starts to retreat — not out of lack of love, but out of self-protection.

So before assuming someone is pulling away because they’re “losing interest,” ask the harder question: Do they feel safe with me?

Take your partner’s reality seriously. Listen with presence. Those small moments of care are what keep love alive.

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