The Sabrina Zohar Show 166: Stop Chasing Emotionally Unavailable People | In The Trenches
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Oct 14, 2025 This episode delves into the complexities of dating, including why we chase emotionally unavailable partners and the concept of unfinished business. It tackles the challenges of navigating mixed signals and the impact of self-abandonment and idealization. A listener's experience with an avoidant partner leads to crucial advice about boundaries and self-care. Sabrina provides insights into coping with dating anxiety, especially after leaving a long-term relationship, while also offering practical tools for emotional self-soothing.
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Ask Direct Questions About Intent
- Ask direct questions about intent instead of silently chasing someone who previously ended things.
- Hold boundaries by naming the breakup and asking if they want a relationship before investing more time.
Chase Reveals A Core Belief
- Chasing emotionally unavailable people often signals a core belief of being "too much."
- That belief drives self-abandonment and choosing partners who won't mirror your needs.
Personal Story Of Being Led On
- Sabrina recounts a past relationship where she was led on and later felt nothing after sleeping with him.
- That experience changed how she dated and helped her set clearer boundaries afterward.