Conflict-avoidant people tend to feel trapped when they perceive the likelihood of a disagreement because they view conflict as win-lose. And neither option seems appealing. Losing the argument feels upsetting, but it can be equally upsetting to imagine how the other person might feel if they lo...
However, some people, like Edie, are just known for being more irritable than others. Most of us have met someone like Edie, who is known for being short-tempered and not easy to deal with. Perhaps someone reading this can relate to this experience. While irritability can be influence...
People can pocket their partners if they are uncertain of how they feel about them or the future of the relationship. This uncertainty can stem from doubts about the relationship’s longevity, concerns about compatibility, or unresolved personal issues. By pocketing their partner, they pr...
Adolescent boys and young men are evidently not seeking help when they need it, but there is a lack of research into why they are reluctant to do so. Studies on help-seeking behaviours often focus on youth in general, older men or clinical populations. For youth in general, Rickwood et ...
Telling someone who is conflict-avoidant to engage in conflict isn’t realistic. The secret lies in a series of baby steps. Strengthen the nervous system For any person who is trying to change their behavior, a strong nervous system is a foundational element. Your nervous system, the ...
A complete lack of arguments may simply signal that one or both of them are afraid of conflict, or are completely avoidant people. And that’s a problem, because sometimesit’s the conflictin the relationship that causes a man to pull away, but this isn’t always an inherently negative th...
That's why I created it because I think people are lacking the skills. Therapy is not the only place to do it. I think that we are avoidant in conflict. We don't have enough of that free play practice. I...
Falling in love quickly can be normal or a sign of an underlying concern, such as an insecure attachment style or low self-esteem. If you hope to change your relationship patterns, there are a few coping mechanisms you can adopt. You can also discuss your concerns with a professional throug...
So even though single people are generally not any more conflict-avoidant in their personal relationships than couples are (and may even be less so),any conflict avoidance they do have works for them in a way it does not work for couples. Single people who like to avoid conflic...
Even in seemingly happy relationships, people may feel that there is always something better out there. This idealized perception that another partner might fulfill needs or desires in a way their current one cannot provide can drive them to explore what they believe they a...