Does it feel like your avoidant ex hates you for giving them the breakup they asked for? You're not¶
Channel: Mack Herman
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDquK9nvEQg
When you accept an avoidant's breakup gracefully instead of begging or chasing, they often turn cold or cruel -- because your composure felt like rejection.
Key points¶
- They expected chaos and the power of being chased; you gave them their freedom without falling apart, and that read to them as rejection.
- Unable to admit they miss you or regret it, they act cold or mean instead -- punishing you for doing exactly what they asked.
- Someone who needs to be cruel to feel powerful is not worth mourning.