Why Avoidant Men Struggle to Love (and How to Fix It)

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Why does avoidant attachment make it so hard to feel close, even in loving relationships? For many men, emotional distance isn’t a lack of love—it’s a stress-driven response that blocks connection. This video unpacks the psychology and biology behind avoidant patterns and offers tools to create healthier intimacy.

Topics Covered
👉 Emotional shutdown and chronic unavailability in avoidant men
👉 The “cone of death” metaphor for limited tolerance of closeness under stress
👉 How stress blocks oxytocin receptors and hinders bonding
👉 Practical tools like breathing and nervous system regulation
👉 The difficulty avoidant men have with receiving praise or validation
👉 The importance of intentional connection and balanced effort in relationships
👉 Recognizing overservice and its role in creating emotional distance
👉 Shifting from constant stress mode into rest and relaxation for better connection

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