

On Attachment
Stephanie Rigg
Join relationship coach Stephanie Rigg in On Attachment, where she delves deep into all things attachment theory, love, relationships & intimacy - sharing her wisdom and experience to help you start making real changes in your life & relationships.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 15min
#149: 3 Life Lessons I Wish I'd Learned Sooner
Explore life lessons on self-worth, personal accountability, and personal growth. Learn about addressing inner conflicts, making proactive changes, and aligning actions with values for self-respect. Join the Secure Self Challenge for a 28-day practice.

Jul 17, 2024 • 15min
#148: How Resentment Impacts Our Relationships
The podcast delves into how resentment affects relationships and provides insights on self-advocacy, boundary-setting, and empowerment to overcome it

Jul 11, 2024 • 17min
#147: 5 Traits To Look For in a Partner
Delving into the importance of emotional self-awareness, integrity, consistency, humor, and kindness in selecting a partner for a strong and secure relationship. Highlighting traits like dependability and trustworthiness that are essential for a healthy partnership foundation.

Jul 4, 2024 • 23min
#146: How to Reconcile Conflicting Relationship Advice
Have you ever found yourself seeking out relationship advice online only to be bombarded with pages of seemingly conflicting and contradictory opinions? If so, you're not alone - and today's episode is for you. I'm going to be sharing 5 examples of contradictory relationship advice that you may have encountered and struggled to make sense of, so that you can understand the nuances and practise discernment in finding the right way forward for you.We cover:going after a life you love AND learning to be content with what you haveknowing what you want in a partner AND not being overly prescriptivenot dating someone for their potential AND wanting someone you can grow withnot changing yourself to earn someone's love AND wanting to be your best self to attract a healthy partnerthe importance of feeling your feelings AND knowing when it's okay to distract yourself Highlighted Links Free Break-Up Training: The Top 3 Mistakes Keeping You Stuck After a Break-Up 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

Jun 28, 2024 • 26min
#145: 3 Fights Every Anxious-Avoidant Couple Has Had
The podcast delves into common fights in anxious-avoidant relationships such as conflicts over details, interruptions in serious conversations, and differences in love languages. It offers insights and strategies for navigating these disagreements with empathy and compassion, along with information on discounted 'Secure Together' courses.

Jun 18, 2024 • 16min
#144: Why You Struggle to Let Go After a Break-Up (Even When They Were "Bad" For You)
In today's episode, I'm sharing some thoughts on why you might struggle to let go of someone after a break-up - especially in circumstances where you logically know that they were "bad" for you. This is such a common experience, particularly for those with anxious attachment - feeling pulled in two different directions between what you know is best vs what your body and attachment system is urging you to do.We cover:the importance of managing expectations after a break-upwhy it's normal to miss your ex (without it meaning anything)why unhealthy or dysfunctional relationships can be even harder to let go oftreating moving on as a choice rather than a feeling\If you're going through a break-up, check out my Higher Love break-up course (& save 50% with the code HEYBABY).Highlighted Links Free Break-Up Training: The Top 3 Mistakes Keeping You Stuck After a Break-Up 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

Jun 5, 2024 • 15min
#143: Navigating Conflicting Needs for Togetherness & Separateness in Anxious-Avoidant Relationships
Discover the intriguing balance between the desire for closeness and the need for space in anxious-avoidant relationships. Learn a simple yet powerful tip that eases separation anxiety for one partner while enhancing comfort for the other. Unlock practical strategies to navigate the complexities of togetherness and separateness, focusing on effective communication. Delve into the importance of handling relationship transitions with care to foster mutual respect and understanding.

May 29, 2024 • 18min
#142: 5 Signs You Struggle With Receiving
Explore the challenges of receiving in relationships, from imbalances to discomfort with attention. Discover signs such as hesitance to ask for help, guilt when supported, or difficulty accepting compliments. Learn how to address these struggles and practice receiving what you need.

May 23, 2024 • 22min
#141: "Is it wrong to hope my partner will change?"
Exploring the desire to change a partner, the podcast delves into the implications on relationships and personal growth. It highlights how attachment styles influence this urge, with anxious individuals seeking validation and avoidant individuals using it for distancing. Embracing acceptance and understanding core relationship needs are key themes discussed.

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May 14, 2024 • 16min
#140: How to Not Lose Yourself in a New Relationship
Tips on maintaining your identity in a new relationship for those with anxious attachment styles. Avoid over-fixating on the connection to the detriment of other aspects of life. Emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care to establish a balanced and sustainable connection.