The Blueprint Ep. 75 Unlocking Secure Love: Julie Menanno on Attachment Styles and Healthy Relationships
Julie Menanno (MA, LMFT, LCPC) is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. She also provides insight and advice for couples at @TheSecureRelationship on Instagram, with over one million followers. She founded and runs the Bozeman Therapy & Counseling clinic, and The Secure Relationship Coaching. She lives in Bozeman, Montana, with her husband and six children.
Jason and Julie kick off the conversation by discussing the beauty of Bozeman, Montana, and the unique experiences that come with living there. They delve into Julie's professional journey, her passion for helping couples build secure attachments, and the inspiration behind her book, "Secure Love."
The discussion covers a range of topics, including the impact of childhood attachment on adult relationships, the challenges posed by technology in maintaining healthy attachments, and the different attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized. Julie provides insights into how these styles manifest in relationships and offers practical advice for individuals struggling with attachment issues.
Julie also addresses the common tendency for people to label themselves with attachment styles and the potential pitfalls of using these labels as permanent identifiers. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's behaviors and feelings in relationships and working towards healthier patterns through self-awareness and communication.
Throughout the episode, Julie shares personal anecdotes and professional experiences that highlight the complexities of human emotions and relationships. She underscores the importance of vulnerability and resilience in building and maintaining healthy connections with others.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of attachment theory, practical tools for improving their relationships, and the reassurance that perfection is not the goal. As Julie poignantly concludes, "Go be imperfect," reminding us all to give ourselves grace in the journey of self-discovery and relationship-building.
Tune in to this insightful episode for valuable relationship advice and a candid conversation about the power of secure attachment.
Secure Love:
(US Version) https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Secure-Love/Julie-Menanno/9781668012864
(UK Version) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Secure-Love-Create-Relationship-Lifetime/dp/1529902967/?maas=maas_adg_8DB247C73AC7406FC4472B1FB42F4B47_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
Website:
https://www.thesecurerelationship.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/thesecurerelationship/
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