They’re not yelling.
They’re not attacking.
They’re pleading for you to listen.
But one partner is met with:
- “I KNOW! I’ve heard this a thousand times!”
- “You’re too sensitive!”
- “You’re overreacting!”
That’s not communication.
That’s dismissal.
It is also a form of gaslighting.
It teaches a partner to stay quiet, doubt themselves, and feel like their needs are a problem.
This is how emotional distance grows.
Not because one person is “too much,” but because one person stops feeling safe to speak.
Healthy relationships don’t require silence to survive.
They require curiosity, accountability, and the willingness to actually listen – even when it’s uncomfortable.
Take the first step to repair your relationship by clicking on the link above for a booking today.
