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#50: Navigating Perfectionism in Anxious-Avoidant Relationships

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Anxiety and Avoidance - What's the Common Thread?

Both people are terrified of being seen. The avoidant person is using perfectionism as imposed on the other to try and create distance. If left unchecked, these almost like complimentary wounds will just reinforce each other. So it's really important if you notice these dynamics in your relationship or a previous one.

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