

153: What Is Secure Attachment and How It Shows Up in Dating and Relationships
10 snips Aug 1, 2025
Dive into the essence of secure attachment and how it shapes our relationships. Discover the truth behind emotional regulation and resilience in the face of challenges. Explore the contrast between secure and anxious or avoidant attachment styles. Learn actionable steps to handle triggers and navigate conflicts effectively. Unravel myths about perfect emotional stability and understand that everyone faces challenges, even with secure attachment. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
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Secure Attachment Is Resilience
- Secure attachment is not about being perfect or unfeeling.
- It's about emotional resilience and bouncing back after challenges.
Friend Exemplified Secure Attachment
- Sabrina shared her friend who was truly securely attached and rarely felt anxiety.
- Her secure friend's confidence came from bouncing back after setbacks, not from perfection.
How Secure Attachment Develops
- Secure attachment emerges from caregivers who are consistent and repair mistakes.
- This creates a nervous system that trusts relationships are generally safe and manageable.