Relationship expert reveals dating pattern that means you should run

Dating is often an exhausting pursuit, but relationship coach Sabrina Zohar has identified a specific pattern of behaviour that should serve as an immediate signal to walk away.

In a recent social media update on Tuesday, Zohar warned that some partners appear "too good to be true" initially.

These individuals are often highly communicative and attentive at the start, making a stellar first impression. However, Zohar cautions: “I want you to run as fast as you can when you see somebody doing this behaviour in this order.”

The red flag typically emerges after a few successful dates. Suddenly, a minor interaction causes a visible "shift" in their energy.

You might notice "they text less, they're less communicative, they're not making the plans as quickly, and it's taking longer and longer between every single response."

When confronted with the change, these emotionally unavailable partners offer weak excuses like being "busy" or leaving their phone behind for hours.

Crucially, they avoid any accountability. If you ask if something is wrong, the blame is often shifted onto you. Zohar explains that this happens because the person was simply "chasing feelings" rather than seeking a genuine connection.

“But when somebody starts to pull away and act differently, and you feel like you're going on an FBI case to figure it out, then we've already spent way too long on this person who didn't deserve it,” she warns.

Recognising this hot-and-cold cycle early can save you from wasting energy on someone incapable of honest dialogue.