The obvious signs that someone is avoiding you

Feel a divide growing between a friend or a loved one? They may be avoiding you, and these are some of the signs to look for.

E.B. Johnson | NLPMP | Editor
Practical Growth
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9 min readDec 24, 2020

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by: E.B. Johnson

Has someone in your life suddenly distanced themselves? Are they coming up with excuses, skipping out on plans, or even refusing to pick up their phone? Being avoided is never fun. It’s painful, and it can leave us confused and wondering what went wrong. More than that, it creates a ton of space for misunderstandings which only increases the injured feelings and potential for conflict.

Bringing the relationship back together is possible, but it takes a lot of time and understanding. You’ve got to get a handle on your emotions first, then find the courage to address the growing issues with the person who’s avoiding. Sometimes, it’s only a small issue that leads to a breakdown in our communication. In other instances, though, we have to work as a team to repair deep hurts which are seeking resolution.

Don’t deny the power of intuition.

Our intuition can be a powerful thing when it comes to sensing issues in our friendships and intimate relationships. We can feel when something is off, and our subconscious often notices…

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E.B. Johnson | NLPMP | Editor
Practical Growth

NLPMP Coach | Writer & Content Creator | Sharing my knowedge with the world ⭐️ https://linktr.ee/ebjohnson01