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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 1H 6M

Why You Keep Wanting People Who Are Emotionally Unavailable

from We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling · host Dr. Darcy Sterling

If people who feel distant, hard to read, or just out of reach keep pulling you in, this episode is for you.Not someone who is obviously unavailable.Someone compelling.Mysterious.Just available enough to keep you leaning in.If this is you:• You mistake mixed signals for chemistry• You keep explaining your needs better and hoping something will finally click• You do not see the cost clearly until you are already attached• Distance and inconsistency make you lean in harder, not lessIn this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lindsay C. Gibson, clinical psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents.Because sometimes the pull feels strongestright where the information should be slowing you down.REFERENCES/RESOURCESwww.alternativescounseling.comAdult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved ParentsHow to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child: Your Blueprint to a Lifetime of Happiness and Success for Your ChildCREDITS“We Need To Talk With Dr. Darcy Sterling” is a Sterling Standard Production. Editing and sound engineering by Bart Migal. Our theme music is by Trending Music. Special thanks to Amanda Cristiani and Robyn Jaenchen.  DISCLAIMERInstagram:@drdarcysterling Facebook:Dr.Darcy SterlingTik Tok:@doctordarcysterling  X:@DrDarcySterling   YouTube:@DarcySterling   Threads:@drdarcysterlingWatch this episode here on YouTube. 

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