Emotionally unavailable: What it really means and how to get on the right path (FINISHED)

Jun 26, 2009 - Emotional unavailability means that for whatever reason, you are choosing to honor protection of your heart instead of love. Protecting your heart is understandable, and sometimes even wise, if you need a period of strength building and rejuvenation between relationships or even while recovering from a life tragedy during a relationship. However, if you are in a relationship and still making yourself unavailable to love and be loved for an extended length if time, take a look at whether this defense mechanism—designed to protect you—is working against you by blocking the flow of love. - 6 Comments