The stand off
When two people stop contacting one another, it becomes a challenge to see who will give in first. Reaching out first cannot be determined by gender, but rather the feelings involved on both sides. If someone cares for you, they will find it difficult to maintain their distance from you. On the other hand, if a person is capable of going without contacting you for an extended period of time, it is likely that you are not a priority in their life. You may find yourself checking your messages, hoping for the slightest indication of interest. It’s important, however, not to read too much into things. There is a common misconception in which people interpret not reaching out as a suppression of feelings. While this is a possibility, it is much more likely that the person failing to contact you is simply not interested in you. When you are struggling to fight the urge to reach out to this person, do your best to stay calm and contemplate the situation. Every person in this world has value. ...