If they’ve only ever known the version of you that walks on eggshells, careful and curated, then they’ve only seen a the watered-down version of you. It takes energy to be this smaller version, to keep the mask in place. …
Tag: therapy
I Don’t Need You
Ever heard someone say, “I don’t need anyone”? It might sound super independent, but often, it’s a kind of armour that was placed there for a reason. Those with avoidant attachment styles might find this phrase super relatable. It’s like …
Parentification
Parentification is when a child takes on the role of a parent, assuming adult responsibilities and emotional caretaking within the family. When this happens, you develop ‘parts’ of you to cope with the situation:
Ep 25 Nine Tips for Dating If You Are Avoidantly Attached
When you are avoidantly attached, dating can feel like a complete minefield. You might have had people tell you that you are aloof, a closed book, secretive or not open to a relationship, even when you would like a relationship …
Get Sh*t Done
I’m quite a goal-driven person. I find having goals and a vision to move forward with helpful. For me, if I can imagine it, then it is possible. I have a ‘get sh*t done’ mentality. But not at any cost. …
Kelly McDaniel Endorses ‘Heal Your Anxious Attachment’
So much gratitude to all those who took the time and effort to read the manuscript before it was published. Big shout to Kelly McDaniel Therapy for her endorsement. She is someone who is doing great work in the world. …
Your Anxious Attachment Style is Motivated by an Avoidant Relationship with Self.
BOOM @thebehaviourtherapist – ‘Underneath your attachment style sometimes are parts within you that are terrified that you are unlovable or unworthy of the type of relationship you want. We are terrified of befriending these parts of us, instead of leaning closer …
What Is It Like to Be Securely Attached?
Moving towards secure attachment has two parts to it. The first is forming INNER secure attachment. This is addressed in the first half of the book. The second is OUTER secure attachment, addressed in the book’s second half. Heal Your …
