“I need space.”
Three words. And suddenly you’re wondering if your relationship is over.
Are they coming back? Did I do something wrong? Should I give them space or fight for us? Is this actually a breakup and they just don’t have the courage to say it?
That uncertainty can be excruciating.
Because “I need space” can mean I need 20 minutes to calm down. It can mean I don’t know if I want this relationship anymore. And sometimes, it really does mean goodbye.
In this episode, marriage and family therapist and Growing Self clinician Jennifer Cunningham is helping you figure out which one you’re dealing with and what to do next.
You’ll learn:
How to tell a healthy pause from serious emotional withdrawal
What not to do when your partner starts pulling away
When taking a break can actually save a relationship
The warning signs that “space” may really mean a breakup
The question to ask when you’re done living in limbo
You deserve clarity, not emotional purgatory.
If your partner is pulling away and you don’t know what it means for your relationship, book a free consultation with Jennifer. She can help you understand what’s happening, what you want, and whether there’s a path forward.
Xoxo,Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby
Growing Self
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