159: 8 Signs You're in an Emotionally Unavailable Relationship with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

“Many times we will attract partners who are usually the opposite, usually because there is that polarity and that polarity breeds juicy attraction.” – Dr. Neeta Bhushan   In this episode of The Brave Table, I’m going to take you through the unmistakable markers that indicate an emotionally unfulfilling relationship. I’ve been there. I’ve done that. And, I want to make sure that you have the knowledge you need to make changes too! We’re not going to bypass uncomfortable truths, though. We’ll explore the intriguing question of why we find ourselves drawn to partners who seem emotionally distant. In the words of Taylor Swift, “It’s me. Hi. I’m the problem it’s me!” But, we’re not going to sit in the suck. We'll uncover the roots of these dynamics, often stemming from our formative years and early experiences. In this episode we talk about… Why people with deep emotions often attract partners who are emotionally unavailable. Signs of emotional unavailability, including avoidance and deflection, increase conflict and decrease connection. Ways to improve relationships, strategies for addressing emotional unavailability ourselves or our partners. Now, if you find yourself immersed in this dynamic—whether you opt to persist or let go—it’s so important to assume responsibility for your own emotional journey. Let's delve deeper to discover the path to fly forward… Connect with Dr. Neeta: Follow her on Instagram @neetabhushan. Follow The Brave Table on Instagram @thebravetable. Sign up for the FREE That Sucked, Now What? Healing & Release Workshop. Join the waitlist for the That Sucked, Now What? 8-week group coaching course. If you loved this episode you’ll love: Episode 151: How to Know If You're in a Codependent or Toxic Relationship with Dr. Neeta Bhushan. Apple | Spotify Episode 147: How to Know If You Are Being Gaslit or Gaslighting Others with Dr. Neeta Bhushan. Apple | Spotify Episode 138: How to Fully Feel Your Emotions & Regulate Your Nervous System with Dr. Neeta Bhushan. Apple | Spotify Discussion Question: Have you ever been in an emotionally unavailable relationship, either as the emotionally aware partner or the emotionally unavailable one? What steps did you take to address the issues in the relationship, and what was the outcome? Join the conversation on Instagram @thebravetable!  Hey loves! Take just 2 minutes and find what YOUR emotional type is by taking my FREE quiz here →  theemotionalreset.com/quiz  For a weekly dose of my hacks, tools, & tips to emotionally reset, join my 27,000 newsletter here at → yourweeklyreset.com If the only thing you do today, is head over to iTunes, we would love your support in allowing us to expand and GROW! Please consider taking just 5 mins to write us a 5 -star review. It would mean the world, and allows us to get even bigger guests. When you do, please send a screenshot of your juicy 5-star review to support@globalgrit.co and we’ll send you a FREE GIFT of my 12-month self- care calendar.

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Grab a seat at The Brave Table for unfiltered conversations about all the unpredictable moments we face on our journey through life—the raw, the real, the messy—and how to overcome them and thrive. This is your oasis for the next season of who you are becoming—where you defeat your imposter syndrome, ditch comparing your life to others, embrace the unconventional, and recognize your evolution and expansion. Join host Dr. Neeta Bhushan, a former dentist turned author, serial entrepreneur, and mama of two, for weekly episodes on strengthening your mental health and emotional fitness so you can face challenges with grace and grit. Let’s get brave as we navigate this human experience together with lots of love, new perspectives, and a dose of laughter along the way.