Let’s be honest for a second.
You didn’t plan to ignore them. Maybe you were just tired. Maybe you were busy. Maybe you simply decided not to reply immediately for once.
And suddenly… they care more.
They text again.
They ask if you’re okay.
They start giving the attention you were quietly wishing for.
It feels strange, doesn’t it?
Why does pulling back sometimes make someone lean in?
This isn’t about playing games. It’s about something much simpler — human nature.
When You’re Always There, You Become Predictable
Think about the last time you were always available for someone.
You replied fast.
You adjusted your schedule.
You made time even when you were exhausted.
At first, it feels loving.
But over time, something changes. Not because they’re bad — but because humans adapt quickly.
When something is constant, our brain stops seeing it as special.
The moment you stop being constantly available, though? That’s when they notice.
And noticing creates attention.