#277: Hot/Cold Dating: Decoding Emotional Distancing – Solo Episode

Themes: Relationships, Attachment Theory, Dating, Emotions, Breakups Summary:  In relationships, we all crave connection and intimacy. But what happens when someone we’re dating suddenly becomes emotionally distant? Let’s talk about emotional distancing and how we can increase our ability to love and be loved. Whether you're struggling with your own emotional availability or trying to connect with someone who is emotionally distant, this episode will leave you with a new perspective on the hot/cold dynamic.   Discover: The connection between distancing tactics and attachment theory How to stop the hot/cold dynamic from repeating in your relationships  00:00 Intro  01:51 Distancing tactics and attachment theory 05:38 Why do people distance themselves? 09:07 How to date emotionally avoidant people 16:33 How to increase your availability to love   Links: Lexie Herod’s Tik Tok Video Attachment Theory 101 with Silvy Khoucasian All About Ghosting The Nervous System Explained with Sarah Baldwin The Attachment Theory & Nervous System Connection with Sarah Baldwin Join me on Felt! Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Substack here Create The Love Instagram | @createthelove Mark Groves Instagram Instagram | @itsmarkgroves Facebook | @createthelove   Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands