Stonewalling
Stonewalling is what often happens when one person's nervous system has reached overload. It can look like indifference or punishment, but it is usually self-protection. Articles in this category cover the different forms stonewalling takes and what tends to be going on underneath.
Articles in this category
Why Do Conversations End In Silence?
Learn why conversations sometimes end in silence and how emotional overwhelm, hidden fears, and communication patterns may influence the outcome.
Why Does My Partner Shut Down?
Learn why some partners shut down during conversations and how emotional overwhelm, hidden fears, and communication patterns may influence the response.
Why Does My Partner Walk Away During Arguments?
Learn why some partners walk away during arguments and how emotional overwhelm, hidden fears, and communication patterns may influence the behaviour.
Why Won't My Partner Talk About Problems?
Learn why some partners avoid talking about problems and how emotional safety, hidden fears, and communication patterns may influence difficult conversations.
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