On Attachment #139: Reflections on Self-Trust, Control & Surrender
May 8, 2024
The host reflects on self-trust, control, and surrender through personal experiences of pregnancy and birth. They explore the impact of attachment patterns on personal development and building self-trust to overcome insecurities. A birth story is shared, highlighting resilience, fear, and surrender to the unexpected. The discussion delves into the importance of trust and surrender in relationships and personal growth.
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Build Self-Trust to Lose Control
- Cultivate deep self-trust to navigate life's challenges confidently.
- Letting go of control can shift insecure attachment patterns and build secure ones.
Attachment Fear Roots in Powerlessness
- Fear in insecure attachment often stems from a lack of self trust and feeling powerless.
- Both anxious and avoidant attachment patterns use control as a defense against helplessness.
Pregnancy Joy and Birth Anticipation
- Stephanie loved her pregnancy and was excited about birth despite its intensity.
- She anticipated birth as a deep, empowering experience of self-discovery rather than fear.