My girlfriend wants me to be more emotionally expressive but when I try to share vulnerable things she gives me advice instead of just listening, and it makes me want to shut down again.
More people experience this than they realize.
The desire to fix what is shared destroys the very intimacy that sharing was meant to create.
“Where Are You with Communication With a Partner?”
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.