Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse

When Stonewalling Is Used Against You: How to Disarm Toxic Interactions

Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D. Season 3 Episode 124

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Stonewalling or giving someone the silent treatment is one of the nastiest forms of unfair fighting. When we ignore or reject another person's bid for a connection more than thirty percent of the time, the likelihood the relationship won't make it dramatically increases. 

In this episode, Lisa Sonni joins me to discuss why stonewalling is such a popular toxic behavior and what to do if it's happening to you.  

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