Avoidant Partners Don’t Need Space: Here’s What They DO… — Transcript

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Now, most of the time, if you were to ask an avoidant partner what they need, they will tell you, I just need space.
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And they will define space primarily as physical space and time apart.
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But that's only because they don't know how to articulate and express what they really need, which is the emotional discipline required to experience more personal freedom in relationship.
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In fact, when they experience emotional freedom, they will want to be closer to you because they find it easier to be their authentic selves in your presence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do avoidant partners typically say they need when asked?

Avoidant partners typically state they need space, defining it primarily as physical distance and time apart from their partner. This is often because they struggle to articulate their true needs effectively.

What is the real need of an avoidant partner, beyond just physical space?

The real need of an avoidant partner is the emotional discipline necessary to experience greater personal freedom within the relationship. They seek emotional freedom, which allows them to be their authentic selves.

How does emotional freedom impact an avoidant partner's desire for closeness?

When avoidant partners experience emotional freedom, they actually desire to be closer to their partner. This is because they find it easier to be their authentic selves when they feel emotionally free in the relationship.

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