Modern Wisdom #489 - Jessica Baum - How To Deal With Being Anxiously Attached
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Jun 20, 2022 Jessica Baum, a licensed mental health counselor and relationship expert, dives deep into the world of attachment styles, particularly anxious attachment. She explains how these patterns shape our behavior in relationships and offers strategies for overcoming dating challenges. Listeners learn about the impact of social media on self-presentation and the importance of authenticity in dating. Baum also emphasizes co-regulation techniques for managing anxiety and highlights the necessity of meaningful connections in a disconnected world.
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Love Island vs. Instagram
- Chris Willx discusses Love Island's promo photos being compared unfavorably to contestants' filtered Instagram pictures.
- He points out the irony of Instagram being considered "real life" despite heavy editing.
Early Development and Attachment
- Early childhood experiences, especially with primary caregivers, significantly shape attachment styles in adult romantic relationships.
- These patterns, often subconscious, stem from how needs were met and trust was developed early on.
Co-regulation and Nervous System Development
- A child's nervous system development, especially the parasympathetic system, relies heavily on the caregiver's ability to co-regulate and soothe.
- This early co-regulation forms the basis for self-regulation and trust in adult relationships.
