Should I ask my FA partner to heal before breaking up?
My FA (I believe he’s leaning DA) boyfriend is struggling with anxiety, depression, and dissociation, which I believe are strongly connected to his avoidant attachment style. Recently he told me he lost feelings for me — maybe that’s true, but I still want to try before we break up.
That’s why I’m considering bringing up healing his attachment style — not only as a way to possibly save our relationship, but also as a way for him to heal from his anxiety. He took an online test and came out as FA, and he does acknowledge this.
For avoidants: • How would you feel if your partner asked you to heal your attachment style? Would it push you away or motivate you?
For partners of avoidants: • Have you ever asked them to heal before breaking up? Did it help, or did it backfire?
Any experiences or advice would be really appreciated.🙏
Posted Oct 10, 2025, 2:32 PM UTC