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Back to Basics: Understanding All Things Attachment with Ann & Sue (209)
Jul 18, 2023
Attachment basics are explored in this episode. Ann and Sue break down what attachment is, its impact on early development, and the importance of understanding attachment patterns. They discuss embodied stories, the protection system, and building secure attachment through curiosity. Topics include coherent narratives and recognizing patterns in nervous system behaviors.
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- Understanding our attachment styles can help us recognize our own protective systems and how they influence our relationships.
- By understanding our attachment patterns, we can gain insight into our tendencies in relationships, such as seeking familiarity, pushing people away, or becoming overly independent.
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Understanding Attachment and Its Impact on Relationships
Attachment is a fundamental aspect of our survival and social well-being as mammals. It involves the way we learn to connect and rely on our primary caregivers for safety and protection. Our attachment patterns develop early on and shape our behaviors and perceptions of ourselves and others. Understanding our attachment styles can help us recognize our own protective systems and how they influence our relationships. It allows us to be curious about our emotional responses, recognize patterns in our behavior, and work towards developing more secure and healthy connections with others.
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