“Unlocking Emotional Walls: 7 Phrases That Reveal an Unavailable Heart”
Statements like “I’m just not good at emotions” come off as permanent disclaimers.
It’s as if they’re saying, “Don’t expect me to try, because this is who I am, end of story.”
As the folks at Very Well Mind agree, it’s a telling sign when a person labels themselves this way yet makes no effort to grow beyond it.
I’ve had clients in my counseling sessions who felt exhausted trying to coax genuine expressions from partners who defaulted to “That’s just not me.” In reality, vulnerability is a skill that can be developed with willingness.