He has flashbacks from childhood abuse and sometimes during them he doesn't want me to touch him and I feel rejected even though I know it's not about me.
More people experience this than they realize.
Understanding trauma intellectually does not always translate to emotional immunity from its effects.
“Where Are You with Love and trauma — loving someone with a difficult past?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.