There's always a small possibility that it will, but a couple of things to try come to mind. 1) counseling if you think it is worth it. 2) maybe let them know that this is something you need, and ask them to come up with creative ways to do it. For instance, setting a reminder to text flirts. Messages can be scheduled, so they could do a bunch in advance. Make it part of their routine. I know it sounds cold, but it can actually set them up for success if they take it to heart. They could start branching out and researching ways to do it. Find phrases they like on sites and send them to you with something like, "saw this and thought of you." They just have to get creative and see it as a challenge that is worth it. Reward the behavior you want, and that turns into a recipe for success.