Author: Daniel khargie

push pull relationship pattern illustration
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Pull Me Back In After Pushing Me Away?

Sis, I see you stuck in an exhausting cycle. This cycle can slowly drain your emotional energy and leave you feeling confused about where you stand. He pushes you away. He creates distance. He’s cold, unavailable, and emotionally withdrawn. He makes you feel unwanted, unloved, like you’re too much or not enough. Emotional withdrawal can

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Where do you stand in his life
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Keep Me Guessing About Where We Stand?

Sis, I need to ask you something direct. What is your relationship status right now? Are you together? Are you exclusive? Are you committed? Are you building toward something? You don’t know, do you? I see you living in constant ambiguity. You’re doing everything a girlfriend does—giving him your time, attention, affection, body, emotional energy—but

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Why does he try only when he’s losing you
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Only Show Effort When He Feels Me Pulling Away?

Sis, I need you to see the pattern you’re stuck in. When you’re fully invested, giving him everything, showing up consistently, being present—he puts in minimal effort. He takes you for granted. He’s comfortable. He doesn’t chase. He doesn’t try. He coasts. But the moment you start pulling away? The moment you get quiet, start

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Why does he disappear when love feels safe
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Disappear Emotionally When Things Feel Stable?

Sis, let me ask you something. When was the last time things felt stable, calm, and good in your relationship—and he actually stayed present for it? I see a pattern you’re living through: Every time the relationship settles into a good place—no drama, no fighting, just consistent connection and stability—he disappears emotionally. Not physically (always).

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Why Does He Feel So Close One Day… and So Distant the Next?
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Act Loving One Day and Distant the Next Without Explanation?

Sis, I see you living in emotional whiplash. Yesterday, he was loving, attentive, and affectionate. He texted you all day. He told you how much he cares. He made plans for the future. He was present, engaged, all in. Today? He’s a completely different person. Cold. Distant. Short responses. “Busy.” Unavailable. It’s like the man

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Why does he pull away after we get close?
Hot & Cold Behavior

Why Does He Pull Away After Emotional Closeness Instead of Conflict?

Sis, I need you to think about something. You probably expect him to pull away after a fight, right? After conflict, tension, or an argument—it would make sense if he needed space to cool down. But that’s not when he disappears. I see the pattern you’re living with: After your most intimate moments—after he opens

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Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Get Jealous Even When I Reassure Him?

Sis, how many times have you reassured him today? I see you constantly telling him there’s nothing to worry about. That you’re not interested in anyone else. That he’s the only one. That you love him. That he can trust you. I see you explaining every interaction with every person. Justifying innocent conversations. Proving that

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When trust is replaced by loyalty tests
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Test My Loyalty Instead of Building Trust?

Sis, I need to ask you something. How many times has he “tested” you this week? I see him setting up little traps to see if you’ll pass. Creating scenarios to check if you’re loyal. Watching how you react to things. Analyzing your responses. Keeping score of whether you prove yourself trustworthy. Maybe he: I

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Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Monitor My Behavior But Keep His Actions Private?

Sis, let me paint you a picture. He wants to know where you are at all times. Who you’re with. What you’re doing. He checks your location. He asks for details about your day. He wants to see your phone. He monitors your social media—who you follow, who follows you, who likes your posts. But

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woman emotional thinking alone
Toxic Relationship Patterns

Why Does He Question My Loyalty Without Any Real Reason

Sis, let me ask you something. How many times this week has he questioned your loyalty? Accused you of things you didn’t do? Made comments suggesting you’re not trustworthy—despite the fact that you’ve given him absolutely no reason to doubt you? I see you constantly defending yourself against accusations that have no basis in reality.

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