On Attachment

Explore the intense fear of infidelity experienced by those with anxious attachment. Discover how past betrayals and core wounds contribute to anxiety, leading to hypervigilance and destructive behaviors. Learn about the impact of anxious-avoidant dynamics that escalate these fears. Understand why control doesn’t foster trust and how to build self-worth to mitigate anxiety. Gain practical tools to create a more secure and trusting relationship.

Ever wondered why you feel secure when single but anxious when dating? The podcast explores how attachment styles lay dormant until relationships trigger them. It discusses the vulnerability that comes with caring for someone and offers reassurance that feeling anxious is a normal part of the process. Tips on how to recognize and respond to this anxiety without judgment provide valuable insights. Healing attachment patterns can happen, but only in the context of relationships, making this a compelling listen for anyone navigating love.

In this insightful discussion, parenting expert Alyssa Blask Campbell shares her journey as an author advocating for emotional intelligence in children. She emphasizes that understanding your own nervous system is crucial for healthier relationships and effective parenting. Alyssa debunks common misconceptions about emotional regulation, highlighting the need for personalized approaches. Listeners learn practical strategies to transform reactivity into grounded presence, fostering compassion and connection with loved ones.

When a relationship ends without warning, it’s common to feel blindsided, confused, and deeply hurt. This is often labelled the “avoidant discard” — but while that term might feel validating in the moment, it can also keep you stuck in a disempowering story.In this episode, we’ll talk about how to process a sudden ending in a way that honours your pain without leaving you tethered to it. We’ll explore:Why shock and lack of closure can intensify heartbreakThe difference between feeling discarded and being discardedHow villain/victim narratives can hold you back from real healingThe impact of online echo chambers on your recoveryPractical steps to reclaim your agency and move forwardThis isn’t about minimising what you’ve been through. It’s about finding a more grounded, self-responsible way to engage with what happened — so you can process it fully, integrate the lessons, and step into your next chapter with clarity and self-respect.Highlighted Links Free Break-Up Training: The 3 Shifts That Help Anxiously Attached People Heal After a Break-up Free Training: How to Heal Anxious Attachment and (Finally) Feel Secure in Life & Love Additional Resources Download the FREE Anxious Attachment Starter Kit here Join my email list 💌 Explore my library of free guides, classes & meditations Visit my website

Ever look back at your dating history and realise you’ve basically been in the same relationship over and over again — just with different people? Maybe you thought you’d learned the lessons, yet somehow the same dynamics keep playing out.In this episode, we’re unpacking why these patterns form, why they feel so hard to break, and how you can start shifting them. We’ll explore how your early experiences shape an unconscious “blueprint” for love, how your nervous system pulls you toward what feels familiar (even when it’s not healthy), and the beliefs that keep certain dynamics on repeat.I’ll walk you through a process for spotting your own relational through-lines, interrupting the cycle, and expanding your capacity for the kind of steady, reciprocal love you deserve.Whether you’re in the thick of another “same story, different person” relationship or reflecting on past patterns, this episode will give you clarity, compassion, and practical steps to move toward something different.Highlighted Links Free Break-Up Training: The 3 Shifts That Help Anxiously Attached People Heal After a Break-up Free Training: How to Heal Anxious Attachment and (Finally) Feel Secure in Life & Love Additional Resources Download the FREE Anxious Attachment Starter Kit here Join my email list 💌 Explore my library of free guides, classes & meditations Visit my website

If you struggle with a harsh inner critic — whether it shows up as perfectionism, relentless self-judgment, or shame about the past — this episode is for you. We’re unpacking the roots of that punitive inner voice, how it tries to keep us safe, and the real cost it can have on our self-worth, our nervous system, and our ability to grow. We’ll also explore what it looks like to relate to ourselves differently: to meet our inner critic with compassion rather than fear, and to begin the process of forgiving ourselves for the things we wish we’d done differently.In this episode, we’ll cover:The role of the inner critic and what it’s really trying to doWhy punishing yourself doesn’t lead to growth (and what does)Why self-forgiveness can be so difficultHow to hold responsibility without collapsing into shamePractical ways to begin softening your inner critic and making peace with your pastHighlighted Links Free Break-Up Training: The 3 Shifts That Help Anxiously Attached People Heal After a Break-up Free Training: How to Heal Anxious Attachment and (Finally) Feel Secure in Life & Love Additional Resources Download the FREE Anxious Attachment Starter Kit here Join my email list 💌 Explore my library of free guides, classes & meditations Visit my website

Dive into the intriguing world of how attachment styles shape our friendships. Explore why feeling anxious or hurt in friendships can be just as profound as in romances. Discover the dynamics of anxious, avoidant, and fearful avoidant individuals and how they influence interactions. Learn the importance of honest communication for overcoming conflicts and deepening connections. Reflect on your own friendship experiences and find strategies to navigate your emotional needs with clarity and compassion.

Ending a relationship can unearth deep wounds, especially for those with anxious attachment. Discover the importance of grieving fully and differentiating it from mere rumination. Learn how the stories we tell ourselves shape our suffering post-breakup. Embrace powerful self-closure and the lessons learned for future relationships. This journey isn’t just about surviving heartbreak but finding your way back to clarity and compassion. Heal with intention and courage, whatever your breakup history.

A deep dive into self-acceptance reveals practical ways to foster self-love. The discussion emphasizes identifying misalignments with personal values and the power of boundaries in building self-trust. Listeners learn to recognize toxic influences in their lives and the importance of prioritizing their own well-being. Engaging with actionable steps, the focus shifts from abstract self-love to cultivating a version of oneself that inspires pride and authenticity.

In this episode, I’m joined by educator, speaker, and author Lael Stone to explore the powerful role that early imprints play in shaping the stories we carry — about ourselves, others, and the world around us.We dive into how our earliest experiences — especially within our family system — inform the narratives we unconsciously live by. We talk about what it means to bring those stories into conscious awareness, and how to begin rewriting the ones that no longer serve us.Whether you’re deep in your healing journey or just beginning to explore your inner world, this conversation is a reminder that we’re not defined by our past — and that we have the power to tell a new story.Connect with Lael StoneInstagram: @laelstoneWebsite: laelstone.com.auPurchase Lael's new book, Own Your StoryHighlighted Links Free Break-Up Training: The 3 Shifts That Help Anxiously Attached People Heal After a Break-up Free Training: How to Heal Anxious Attachment and (Finally) Feel Secure in Life & Love Additional Resources Download the FREE Anxious Attachment Starter Kit here Join my email list 💌 Explore my library of free guides, classes & meditations Visit my website