5 ways to tell if you're dealing with an avoidant¶

Five behavioral tells that confirm you are dealing with an avoidant, each rooted in fear of commitment, emotional exposure, or accountability.

Key points¶

"I don't do labels" -- labels make the relationship real and add accountability, which feels like a trap.
Ghost then circle back -- silence is how they avoid emotions; reappearing as if nothing happened is how they feel safe again.
Downplay conflict -- minimizing issues ("it's fine") is easier than facing them.
Forget or cancel plans -- often subconscious self-sabotage to push closeness away.
Suddenly propose friendship -- staying friends gives access without the responsibility of intimacy.