the meaning of "can’t bring yourself to do something"

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duiter

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Dear all,

What is the meaning of "can’t bring yourself to do something" ?

example : He can’t even bring himself to talk to me.

Does this sentence mean that he is upset/ feels embarrassed if/when he talks to me ?

Many thanks
 

Rover_KE

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You are correct, duiter.

Rover
 
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