Does your dismissive avoidant partner actually care—or are they just keeping you around?
In this emotionally insightful episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais and co-host Mike DiZio break down 6 clear signs that a dismissive avoidant partner has developed real feelings for you. From subtle shifts in communication to the moments they begin to open up and meet your needs, you'll learn what to look for—and what it means.
✔️ How to tell when a dismissive avoidant is thinking about you all the time
✔️ Why they might feel the urge to pull back when things get close—and how that changes when they care
✔️ Signs of emotional vulnerability and gradual opening up
✔️ The unexpected moments of protectiveness that reveal affection
✔️ What it means when they begin accommodating your needs—despite internal resistance
✔️ Why the thought of losing you may be the biggest clue of all
This episode isn’t just about recognizing signs—it’s about deciding whether the connection you’re in has long-term potential and whether your needs are truly being met.
00:00 – Intro
05:06 – 1. If You're Thinking About the Person All the Time
09:41 – 2. You Might Feel the Need to Retract
18:15 – 3. You Notice Yourself Opening Up Little by Little
27:16 – 4. You Start Feeling Protective Over the Person
30:55 – DA’s and Words of Affirmation
45:34 – 5. You’ll Try to Accommodate Them by Meeting Their Needs
52:26 – Bonus — The Thought of Losing the Other Person Hurts
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a globally recognized expert in attachment theory and emotional healing. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications, she’s helped thousands shift subconscious patterns and build lasting relationships.
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