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Why Men Pull Away After Intimacy — Psychology Explains the Real Reason

It starts the same way for so many women. One night, he’s all over you — passionate, present, connected. The next day? Cold texts. Silence. Short replies. You feel the shift immediately. And it leaves you asking the same question thousands of women type into Bing every month:  Why do men pull away after intimacy? You’re not crazy. You’re not being “too emotional.” There’s real psychology behind this, and once you understand it, you’ll stop doubting yourself — and start knowing exactly how to handle it. Why Men Pull Away After Intimacy The truth is, intimacy means something different for men and women. For most women, closeness creates safety and deeper connection. For many men, however, once intimacy happens, their brain switches gears. This isn’t about him not liking you. It’s about his wiring. Right after intimacy, men often experience what psychologists call the  refractory period  — not just physically, but emotionally. His dopamine levels drop, and with it, the urge ...

Why He Stopped Chasing You After Getting You — Psychology Explains

When the Chase Fades You remember how it started, right? He couldn’t get enough of you. Late-night calls that went on forever. Cute good morning texts. Weekend plans he’d set up days in advance. He was all in. And now? You’re lucky if he remembers to text back before bedtime. The romance feels… quieter. The energy that pulled you in is gone, and you catch yourself thinking,  “What changed? Why did he stop chasing me once he knew I was his?” Here’s the truth: you’re not overthinking, and you’re not the only woman who’s felt this shift. There’s real psychology behind why men do this. And once you see it for what it is, you’ll realize you have far more power than you think. Why He Came On So Strong In The Beginning In the beginning, it feels like a game he has to win. The chase gives him a rush. Every time you say yes to a date, laugh at his joke, or show interest, his brain lights up like he just hit a jackpot. That “high” keeps him chasing harder. It’s not fake. He really does feel ...