You’re probably familiar with the term “emotionally unavailable” — whether that’s thanks to someone you’ve dated who called it off or something you’ve used as a way to refer to your own relationship status. But the term “emotionally unavailable” is probably tossed around more often than it should be or at least, without a ton of regard to its actual meaning.
To be emotionally available is to allow yourself to live fully — whatever that looks like for you. But know that if you're not there yet or someone you started seeing needs some support to get there too, that everyone is a work in progress — and that's okay. Respecting the past allows you to learn from it and grow as a person and within your relationships. In doing so, the hope is that you will better be able to give and receive love in any shape and form.
