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Why I Shut Down in Conflict: Facing My Avoidant Patterns

Why I Shut Down in Conflict: Facing My Avoidant Patterns

Update: 2025-10-24
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In this deeply personal episode, Tarah interviews EJ about his avoidant tendencies — why he used to shut down during conflict, how it affected their relationship, and what it took to start feeling safe enough to stay present when things got hard.

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Why I Shut Down in Conflict: Facing My Avoidant Patterns

Why I Shut Down in Conflict: Facing My Avoidant Patterns

EJ and Tarah Kerwin