Life Kit What's your attachment style?
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Feb 15, 2022 In this discussion, Amir Levine, a neuroscientist and psychiatrist at Columbia University and co-author of the book 'Attached,' explores the concept of attachment styles—secure, anxious, and avoidant. He reveals how these styles shape our adult relationships and emphasizes the crucial role of childhood experiences in developing them. The conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness in improving interpersonal dynamics and demonstrates how understanding one’s attachment style can lead to healthier emotional connections and better conflict resolution.
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Attachment Styles
- Attachment styles categorize how people relate to intimacy and closeness.
- The styles include secure, anxious, avoidant, and a combination of anxious-avoidant.
Changing Attachment Styles
- Attachment styles are not fixed and can change over time.
- Becoming more secure can be initially scary due to ingrained patterns.
Using Attachment Theory
- Identify your own and others' attachment styles to improve connections.
- Understanding styles helps navigate conflicts more efficiently by recognizing potential triggers.
