how to deal with an avoidant partner

10 *must-know* Things while Dating an Avoidant Attachment Style

What is an avoidant man? How do you deal with an avoidant partner? If you’re dating an avoidant attachment style who keeps their emotions locked away, you already know how confusing it can feel. As someone with an anxious attachment style, I used to think avoidant partners were impossible to love. Yet, here I am, three years into a relationship with an avoidant man—someone I’ve broken up with multiple times but am now marrying.

Some might call me crazy, but I call it commitment. Relationships take effort, and I’ve learned to invest mine in someone who’s also willing to grow. My partner isn’t perfect, and neither am I. This blog isn’t about excusing toxic behaviors like verbal or physical abuse (that’s not avoidant; that’s dangerous). Instead, it’s about understanding the avoidant attachment style—those who keep their emotions at arm’s length but aren’t out to hurt you intentionally.

If you’re curious about how to love an avoidant partner or dating an avoidant attachment style without losing yourself, keep reading. Here are 10 lessons I’ve learned while loving someone with an avoidant personality. Let’s dive in!

How To Deal With An Avoidant Partner | 10 SIMPLE shifts

Winning the heart of an avoidant man can feel like an impossible puzzle. But what if I told you that the key isn’t chasing him—it’s doing the exact opposite? As someone who struggled with anxious attachment for most of my life while trying to figure out how to deal with an avoidant partner, I know how overwhelming it is to feel like you’re giving everything but getting nothing in return. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve faced the same frustration.

But here’s the truth: if you want to deal with an avoidant partner, you need to understand his needs while staying in control of your emotions. In this blog, I’ll share 10 powerful, practical steps that will help you attract your avoidant partner without losing yourself. These strategies are so effective that no matter how emotionally distant your man seems, he’ll soon start craving your presence like never before. Ready to transform your relationship? Let’s dive in!