11/01/2026
Sometimes, just as a connection starts to feel safe, the urge to pull back appears.
Not because something is wrong, but because closeness can activate old fears.
For some people, intimacy brings up a fear of losing independence, control, or emotional balance.
Needing space isn’t a flaw - it’s often a signal that vulnerability feels unfamiliar.
The work isn’t forcing yourself to stay or to leave.
It’s learning to notice what closeness brings up, and allowing space without disappearing. 🤍