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How to Ask for Space
Media Type:
Practice Exercises
Time Investment:
2-3 minutes
Date Added:
06/15/2025
Date Created:
2025
In relationships, the desire for space can conflict with the need for intimacy. This conflict arises from different strategies to meet similar needs. By identifying specific needs behind the request for space and understanding the other person’s needs for closeness, both of you can negotiate and collaborate. Repeated conflicts may indicate the need for personal healing, which you’ll need to address individually.
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