1374: We Get Close… And Then He Pulls Away- (Living with a Male Survivor Pt.1)
From Safe Place For Male Survivors Podcast by Thomas Edward
April 3, 2026 · 36 min · Episode 125
About this episode
This episode explores the challenges of intimacy and emotional distance in relationships with male survivors.
Living with a male survivor. Closeness shows up—and then disappears.This segment breaks down the confusing moment where connection turns into distance, and why a male survivor’s nervous system can’t always stay in intimacy—even when he wants to. With you in this, Carry Less. Live Free! YouTube Channel: Coach ThomasBreak My Abuse Code™ | www.BetterMaleSurvivors.com
Topics covered
- male survivors
- intimacy
- emotional distance
- nervous system
Keywords
- connection
- closeness
- survivor experience
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Break My Abuse Code™
Books & works: Living with a Male Survivor Pt.1
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