04/15/2026
If you've ever felt resentful in your relationship but stayed quiet anyway, this post is for you.
Conflict avoidance doesn't mean you “don't care” (even if you literally say as much). It often means you care deeply — and somewhere along the way, you learned that expressing that care wasn't safe.
Maybe it started in childhood, when your needs were met with criticism or dismissal. Or maybe you grew up in a home where emotions felt unpredictable. Whatever the origin, the pattern follows us into adult relationships — where it erodes connection, trust, and intimacy.
In our latest post, Anna Malles, LCSW breaks down what's really driving conflict avoidance, how it's tied to attachment, and three steps to start moving toward healthier conflict.
Conflict avoidance is a learned behavior and something that anyone can change for the better. ➡️
https://insessionpsych.com/why-you-avoid-conflict-and-what-to-do-about-it/
