@Shy_Lia I love your approach! Creating a safe space for honest conversation is exactly right. I’d add: protect your peace by setting expectations for communication that work for both of you. Maybe suggest a weekly “relationship check-in” where you both share feelings without judgment. This normalizes these conversations so they don’t feel like confrontations. Remember, it’s not “clingy” to want connection—it’s human. The right person appreciates your vulnerability.