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On Attachment

#172: 10 Signs You're Moving From Anxious to Secure Attachment

Jan 20, 2025
Discover the journey from anxious attachment to greater security! Learn about the signs of progress, including emotional transformations and mindset shifts. Understand how healing isn't linear and what that means for your personal growth. Gain insights on building self-worth, letting go of control, and embracing uncertainty. This discussion is packed with encouragement and practical tips to motivate you on your path to secure attachment.
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Quick takeaways

  • Developing self-validation marks a crucial shift from anxious to secure attachment, leading to enhanced emotional autonomy and healthier relationships.
  • Embracing personal space in relationships reflects growing comfort with uncertainty, allowing for stronger trust and improved relational dynamics.

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The Importance of Self-Validation

Developing the ability to validate one's own feelings is a key indicator of shifting from anxious to secure attachment. Individuals often rely on external confirmation to approve their emotional experiences, which can lead to unhealthy patterns of dependence on others. As individuals grow more secure, they begin to affirm their own feelings, accepting that their emotions are valid regardless of another's agreement. This self-validation allows for increased emotional autonomy and a healthier relationship with oneself and others.

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