7 Surprising Behaviors That Secretly Push People Away from Their Own Families, According to Psychology
5) Fear of confrontation
Confrontation is often uncomfortable, and for some, it can be downright intimidating.
This fear can lead individuals to pull away from their families, especially if disagreements or arguments are a common occurrence.
Growing up, I had a cousin who was especially sensitive to confrontations.
Even the smallest disagreements would cause him distress, and over time, he started distancing himself from family gatherings to avoid potential clashes.
His fear of confrontation gradually led to him becoming estranged from the family.
