#290: Frequency of Therapy, Exercise Motivation, Anxious Attachment
Jul 27, 2023
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Therapartner Myra celebrates her birthday on this episode and the hosts discuss topics such as therapy frequency, exercise motivation, and anxious attachment. They also talk about the importance of physical movement for mental well-being and analyze attachment styles in relationships. Join the lively conversation and gain valuable insights on these subjects.
Reframe going outside as a choice for mental health, not an obligation.
Start with short walks and gradually increase duration to make it easier to start going outside.
Find outdoor activities you genuinely enjoy to make it more enjoyable and sustainable.
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Choose a different mindset
Instead of seeing going outside as an obligation, reframe it as a choice you make for your mental health.
Focus on the present moment
Instead of thinking about what you would rather be doing, try to stay present and appreciate the experience of being outside.
Start with small steps
If you find it difficult to start going outside, start with short walks and gradually increase the duration.
Find activities you enjoy
Rather than forcing yourself to go for walks, find outdoor activities that you genuinely enjoy, such as hiking, biking, or playing a sport.
Challenges with Anxious Attachment
The individual had a fast-building interest in someone they met, but their anxiety and fear of losing the person caused triggers and overthinking. They didn't communicate their boundaries or needs and struggled with fear of abandonment. They had a pattern of being attracted to people they felt they needed to take care of, leading to relationships with highs and deep lows. The anxiety and fear of loss only occurred in relationships, not in other aspects of life.
Managing Anxious Attachment
The psychologist mentioned that managing anxious attachment is more likely than completely changing it. It was suggested that learning more about attachment styles and studying the book 'Attached' could be helpful. Understanding one's own attachment style and its influence on relationship dynamics can help in catching patterns and making conscious choices. Seeking therapy to explore and address underlying fears, working on building self-esteem and self-worth, and focusing on personal growth outside of relationships were also highlighted as potential strategies to manage anxious attachment.
Therapartner Myra joins us in studio to celebrate her birthday, also we have questions on how often to go to therapy, how to stay motivated to exercise and recognizing anxious attachment.
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