They say they’re not ready for a relationship—but still call, still flirt, still sleep over, still give you just enough hope to keep you waiting.

So which is it?

In this episode of Love Science Today, we cut through the fog of mixed signals to understand the psychology behind emotional unavailability and false hope. If you’ve ever been strung along, love-bombed then ghosted, or left wondering what went wrong—you’re not alone. And you’re not crazy.

We explore:

• The 5 most common versions of “I’m not ready” and what they really mean

• Why emotionally unavailable people often seek intense early connection

• The dopamine-loop of confusion and false hope

• How to tell the difference between slow love and stalling

• Scripts for calling it out with clarity and grace

This episode blends neuroscience, attachment theory, and real-life patterns to help you stop interpreting ambiguity as potential—and start claiming your clarity.