Is Your Ex Punishing You or Just Needing Space?

Why is your ex suddenly silent after the breakup? Are they overwhelmed and trying to process their emotions—or are they deliberately withholding communication to punish you and regain control? In this video, Coach Craig Kenneth and Coach Victoria explain the two most common reasons an ex goes quiet. We discuss how avoidant people often withdraw when they feel emotionally flooded, how punitive silence can become part of an unhealthy pattern, and why chasing usually makes either situation worse. You’ll also learn why silence does not necessarily mean your ex has forgotten you, stopped caring, or will never reach out again. Your ex may still miss you while remaining unsure, angry, overwhelmed, or unprepared to repair the relationship. The healthiest response is often to leave the ball in their court, respect the space they requested, and focus on calming your own nervous system instead of trying to force a conversation. For personal coaching with Coach Craig or Coach Victoria, visit askcraig.net. Want Craig's help personally? Get a coaching or his Workbooks/Creative Healing Course only on his website AskCraig.net Would you like to be on the show? Go here: https://www.askcraig.net/thecraigkenn... Go to our website and sign up for coaching: https://www.askcraig.net/take-action/ Get Victoria's help personally for coaching at: https://www.askcraig.net/victoria Interested in growing in No Contact? Start his Workbooks or Creative Healing Course! Craig's workbook series are here: https://www.askcraig.net/workbooks-1/ Get Started on the Creative Healing Course: https://courses.askcraig.net/ Craig is PODCASTED on all major platforms!