Stompcast Pt 2: Can You Change Your Attachment Style? | Laura Mucha
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Apr 1, 2025 In this discussion, Laura Mucha, an expert on attachment theory and author of 'Please Find Attached', dives into preoccupied and disorganized attachment styles. She shares insights on how our upbringing shapes adult relationships and whether attachment styles can truly change. Laura emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and having supportive people in our lives. With Dr. Alex George, they explore the challenges of recognizing these behaviors, especially during emotional stress, offering listeners valuable understandings for healthier connections.
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Preoccupied Attachment Explained
- Preoccupied attachment stems from inconsistent childhood comfort, causing anger and worry about others' availability.
- Adults with this style often give long, detailed answers to express their needs and frustrations.
Attachment Style Plasticity
- Preoccupied adults have a lower threshold for crisis and need more comfort than dismissive types.
- Secure partners can help preoccupied individuals learn new, healthy relational scripts over time.
Insecure Attachments Impact Relationships
- Relationships with one or both insecurely attached partners tend to have lower satisfaction and shorter duration.
- Secure partners can facilitate attachment readjustment if the insecure partner remains in the relationship long enough.