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Avoidant Traits Often Show Up Later
- Avoidant attachment often doesn't show in early dating because triggers haven't activated their withdrawal strategies yet.
- Stephanie Rigg explains avoidant behaviour typically emerges later when relationships become serious and pressure or dependence increases.
Interest Shows Even In Avoidant People Early On
- If someone is actively interested, avoidant people usually show clear interest in early stages rather than coy indifference.
- Stephanie notes avoidant strategies like hot-and-cold tend to activate when exclusivity or expectations rise.
Decide If Finding The Label Matters
- Ask whether it matters if they're avoidant or uninterested before launching an investigation to label them.
- Stephanie advises redirecting energy rather than trying to fix someone you already suspect is lukewarm or indifferent.