Are you caught in a relationship with someone who remains emotionally distant? Do you feel shut out, wondering if it's your fault? Or are you unable to open up with your date or partner and you can’t understand why?

Join us as we explore the complex world of emotionally unavailable partners with Hollywood hypnotherapist and holistic coach, Maria Freeman.

Maria reveals where emotional unavailability often stems from. We'll delve into how unresolved issues can manifest in behaviors like addiction and avoidance, and how cultural influences can also play a role.

Discover why some individuals struggle to connect, even resorting to superficial interactions like endless dating app scrolling to avoid real-life vulnerability. Maria explains how to break free from this cycle, emphasizing the importance of building resilience to rejection and developing the courage to open up.

This episode offers insights into understanding the roots of emotional unavailability and provides practical steps toward healing and building healthier relationships. Learn how to cultivate vulnerability and create deeper connections with yourself and others.

Topics covered: emotional unavailability, emotionally unavailable partner, relationship problems, relationship advice, childhood trauma, attachment issues, vulnerability, hypnotherapy, holistic coaching, Maria Freeman, relationship healing, fear of rejection, communication skills, relationship boundaries, addiction, dating apps, emotional intimacy, subconscious mind, relationship patterns, building resilience

Find Maria Freeman here: https://www.mariafreeman.com/

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