@scott.austin.martin: You ask for space. They follow you into the next room. A pause needs a clear return: “I need 30 minutes. I’ll come back at seven so we can continue.” Their fear of disconnection deserves compassion. Your need for space deserves respect. And when you return, the issue still needs your participation. A pause cannot become an indefinite escape from repair. Following, blocking an exit, or intimidation raises a different safety concern. You don’t have to tolerate that to prove you care about the relationship. For more on developing capacity under pressure, find Capacity in my bio. #healthyrelationships #relationshiptips #communicationtips #nervoussystem #menscoach

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