Dating Someone Who’s Emotionally Unavailable: The Signs
They’re charming. Interesting. Probably hot. They might even be great in bed.
But emotionally? They’re a locked vault with a “Do Not Disturb” sign taped to it.
If you constantly feel like you’re knocking on a door that never opens, chances are you’re dating someone who’s emotionally unavailable—and let’s be honest, it sucks.
Before you get more attached, let’s break down what that looks like, why it happens, and how to save yourself from the slow, painful spiral that usually follows.
The No Contact Rule: What It Is and Why It Works
Let’s stop pretending this is complicated. If someone wrecked you—emotionally, mentally, or just with sheer inconsistency—the most powerful move you can make is No Contact.
I’m not talking about the kind where you "just check in" on their birthday or still stalk their stories like an emotional private investigator. I mean zero contact. Full blackout. Ghost mode. Radio silence. Nothing.
Not because you’re playing games—but because you’re finally done playing their games.
Here’s exactly what the No Contact Rule is, why it works, and why it’s not just about forgetting them—it’s about remembering you.