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Why You’re Drawn to Emotionally Unavailable People - And When It’s Time to Walk Away
Relationships & Attachment Alyssa Kushner, LCSW 8/21/25 Relationships & Attachment Alyssa Kushner, LCSW 8/21/25

Why You’re Drawn to Emotionally Unavailable People - And When It’s Time to Walk Away

Why do we feel chemistry with people who can’t meet us emotionally? I explain what emotional unavailability is, why we’re drawn to it, and when it’s time to stop hoping and start healing.

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So many of us were taught that the less we need, the more lovable we are. But needing support, care, and closeness doesn’t make you “too much.” It makes you human!!! ✨ Your needs don’t make you harder to love. ✨ The right pe Connection doesn’t just “happen.” ⁣ ⁣ It’s built through small, intentional actions that create safety, trust, and closeness over time.⁣ ⁣ It’s about being vulnerable, honest, and learning how to be with conflict and rep Why do we keep chasing people who can’t meet us halfway?⁣ ⁣ When you’re drawn to emotionally unavailable partners, it’s not because you’re “too much.”⁣ It’s often because inconsistency and distance feel famil
Boundaries don’t always have to be a huge long convo. Just feels bigger in your head and nervous system! Here are some smaller scale ways and tips. #boundaries #therapistsofinstagram #boundariesarehealthy Here’s your reminder that it’s okay to pause, change your mind, take space, and let others down when needed. That’s how we stay true to ourselves and honor our own needs while still loving others! #therapistsofinstagram #selfcompass Sometimes “safe” feels unsafe when your nervous system has learned that love comes with chaos, criticism, or inconsistency. ⁣ ⁣ If you’ve ever pulled away, doubted, or felt uneasy in a relationship that’s actually healthy - yo Saying no can feel terrifying when you’ve been conditioned to keep everyone happy - even at your own expense. If you’ve ever said “yes” just to avoid conflict, guilt, or disappointing someone, you’re likely doing so out

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