Most people don’t realise this about anxious attachment: There’s usually an avoidant part underneath.
Healing means recognising both the anxious part that chases and the avoidant part that retreats. Through parts work (IFS), you can bring self-compassion to these conflicting needs and build a secure foundation of secure attachment.
To hear more about this dynamic, check out the latest episode of the podcast:
Have you ever noticed yourself pulling away even when you want closeness?
Love, Jen