@nayanicolex: To clarify, I’m not talking about someone communicating that they need space and giving clarity on when they’ll come back to the conversation. I’m talking about completely shutting your partner out, disappearing, and refusing to communicate while knowing they’re sitting there anxious and needing clarity. There’s a lack of emotional regard in that. Your partner should care about how their actions are affecting you, even when they’re upset. Needing space doesn’t mean you stop considering the emotional impact you’re having on the person you love. You can take space while still giving reassurance and making your partner feel emotionally safe.