If you’ve ever found yourself skirting around an issue, biting your tongue, or just pretending everything’s fine when it's definitely not, you’re not alone! While avoiding confrontation can feel safer in the short term, it can also make it harder to build trust, maintain connection, and feel understood in relationships. Here are five common reasons why you might be conflict-avoidant.
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All emotions act as signals, a “red alert” in response to external stimuli. Guilt arises when we feel we’ve violated our ethics or morals. Can you identify “guilt” as the emotion you’re feeling, and understand what it’s in response to? My clients express remorse over mistakes, hurtful actions, or inaction. Guilt also stems from failing to meet expectations—whether from parents, oneself, or others. Not all guilt is the same and may manifest differently for each person. A key part of letting go is understanding where these feelings come from and acknowledging their impact.
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Most of us get into relationships looking for lasting love, connection, and romance. Healthy relationships take work and sometimes we come to the tough conclusion that a relationship is no longer sustainable yet we still struggle to take action and leave. Here are 9 reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships:
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