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Quick Takeaway Feeling like you’re putting in more effort or care than your partner often signals emotional imbalance, not overreaction. Subtle signs include doing most of the emotional labor — like initiating plans, offering reassurance, or overthinking their distance. Recognizing these patterns early and seeking support, such as couples counseling, can help restore balance and rebuild mutual connection. Do you ever feel like you’re the one keeping the relationship alive — c

Let’s talk about something that might feel a little uncomfortable: being direct. I can’t tell you how many people I have helped who are simply confused at the end of a relationship. I often hear things from my clients like, “Everything was good and then the other person needed space.” Or, “My person keeps saying everything is fine, but they seem a million miles away.” It’s easy to see how this happens in relationships. People are often labeled as “harsh,” “mean,” or “confront

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