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What is the hardest part of being fearful avoidant or dismissive avoidant?

How do you know if your relationship can survive infidelity? Are you truly ready for marriage? How do you manage overwhelm? In this Q&A-style episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais and co-host Mike DiZio answer your biggest relationship and personal growth questions, providing deep insights, real-life experiences, and actionable strategies.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ The hardest struggles of fearful avoidant (FA) and dismissive avoidant (DA) attachment styles

✔️ Why FA partners feel constantly dysregulated and how they can heal

✔️ Why DA partners struggle with emotional expression & avoid conflict

✔️ Can a relationship survive a major infidelity? The real steps to rebuilding trust

✔️ Signs you’re actually ready for marriage—beyond just commitment

✔️ How to handle overwhelm and burnout, plus expert strategies for emotional balance

If you’ve ever struggled with attachment wounds, relationship uncertainty, or emotional exhaustion, this episode is filled with honest insights and powerful tools to help you move forward.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:27 - 1 — What is the Hardest Part About Being Fearful Avoidant?

06:49 - 2 — What is the Hardest Part About Being Dismissive Avoidant?

19:28 - 3 — Can a Relationship Survive a Major Infidelity?

24:47 - 14-Day Free Trial

26:07 - 3 — Can a Relationship Survive a Major Infidelity? (Cont’d)

30:31 - Rocket Money

32:25 - 4 — When is Someone Ready for Marriage?

47:35 - 5 — What do You do When You are Feeling Very Overwhelmed?

56:19 - Conclusion

Meet Your Host:

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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