Modern Wisdom #781 - Connor Beaton - What Is Your Attachment Style & How To Fix It
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May 9, 2024 
Connor Beaton, a men's life coach and founder of ManTalks, dives into the fascinating world of attachment theory and its impact on relationships. He explains various attachment styles and their origins, helping listeners identify their own styles. Connor shares strategies for managing anxiety and emotional regulation through techniques like meditation and breathwork. He emphasizes the importance of honest communication in relationships and provides actionable advice for transforming attachment styles, ultimately promoting healthier connections and deeper intimacy.
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Attachment Theory Definition
- Attachment theory is a psychological and evolutionary theory about human relationships.
- It emphasizes the importance of a primary caregiver relationship during childhood for normal adult functioning.
Foundational Figures
- The core figures in attachment theory are John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth.
- The book Attached has become popular, although sometimes misused to blame exes.
Child Attachment Observation
- Research observes children's reactions to parental separation and return to determine attachment styles.
- A child ignoring a parent's return suggests an avoidant style; distress upon separation suggests anxious attachment.
