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Is your number blocked, or is it just a case of Do not Disturb?
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There are plenty of reasons your boyfriend’s phone might go straight to voicemail, but we know it’s still not the greatest feeling in the world. Before you assume the worst, we’ll give you the rundown of all the reasons why this might be happening, both personal and technological. We even spoke to couples therapist Anna Svetchnikov to get tips on how to have more open and reliable communication in a relationship so this is less likely to cause issues in the future.
Things You Should Know
- Most often, his phone goes straight to voicemail because of tech reasons like Do Not Disturb, Airplane mode, or a phone that’s out of battery.
- Your call may also go to voicemail because your boyfriend is stressed, overwhelmed, busy, or just needs some personal time.
- Leave your boyfriend a voicemail or text that calmly explains your concern, then follow up when you next see him to talk about the issue.
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- ↑ https://support.google.com/android/answer/9069335?hl=en
- ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201415
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200701/suffocating-in-relationship
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/conditions/social-anxiety-disorder-social-phobia
- ↑ https://goaskalice.columbia.edu/answered-questions/sexting-cheating/
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