Have you ever stared at your phone, heart pounding, wondering if one wrong text could push your partner even further away? You're not alone. In this raw and practical episode, we break down the real reason relationships don't survive space - and it's not what you think.
The Hard Truth: Most relationships don't end because of space. They end because of miscommunication during that space.
What You'll Learn
The Avoidant Partner Question: A listener asks about navigating communication with an avoidant partner. Staci's Answer: Stop weaponizing labels. Avoidant partners aren't broken - they're coping.
Key Insights About Avoidant Partners:
Practical Tools
The "Decoding the Delay" Game: Next time someone doesn't text back immediately, challenge your brain's negative bias. Maybe they're just working, crafting a thoughtful response, or being human.
Resources
Key Quotes "It's not a texting problem, it's an emotional regulation problem." "Space doesn't end relationships, miscommunication does."
Take Action Join the Live Masterclass: stacibartley.com/live-masterclass
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