If you or your partner (hypothetical partner) need space at times...

Would it be better to ignore the person/be ignored?

Or let the other know you/they are feeling quiet and need some space?

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Kuronekko · 41-45, F

I communicate that I need space. It's easy for people to take that personally though. If I am non verbal at the time, it gets really difficult.

WaryWitchWandering · 36-40, F

@Kuronekko yeah, I think lack of communication allows for people to maybe come to the wrong conclusion. They are left holding one side of the connection while the other side has put it down for a bit… that shit gets heavy and people get hurt and/or the whole thing collapses

Kuronekko · 41-45, F

@WaryWitchWandering I try to be upfront about my condition. I tell people that I am not able to articulate my feelings once a shut down has occurred. However, some people still choose to take it personally. There isn't a lot I can do about that really.

WaryWitchWandering · 36-40, F

@Kuronekko I can relate in my own way ❤