STRATEGIES & TOOLS FOR HEALING ANXIOUS ATTACHMENT

2 Things You’re Doing That Make Them Shut Down

by: Trevor HansonPublished on: 05/01/2026

Struggling to get your partner to open up? It might not be what you think. In this post, we unpack two common habits that can unintentionally push your partner away—criticism and creating an unsafe space for honest communication. Learn how to express your needs without triggering defensiveness, and discover simple, powerful ways to become someone your partner feels safe opening up to. If you want deeper connection and better conversations, this is a must-read.