He went quiet after the disagreement, and it has been long enough now that you cannot tell if he is cooling down or simply punishing you with the silence. Silence can be a healthy pause when it is named and returned from.
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Flooded and Losing WordsClear Enough to Stay Present
This reflection draws on established relationship-psychology concepts around commitment, reciprocity, and emotional safety. It is meant for personal insight, not as a clinical diagnosis.