

I Love You Keep Going with George Haas
George Haas
Welcome to I Love You Keep Going the Podcast with George Haas. Each episode will explore the connections between ancient Buddhist meditation techniques and modern psychological attachment theory. Learn more at mettagroup.org
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Oct 30, 2025 • 55min
Repairing Through Relationship
Why attachment wounds heal best in safe relational contexts (mentorship, IPF, romantic, community), not in isolation and how it plays out. Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.

Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 3min
Getting Your Needs Met: How does each attachment strategy navigate needs?
How do different Attachment strategies go about getting their needs met?Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.

Oct 17, 2025 • 52min
The Earthquake of Abandonment Terror: How Disorganized People Experience This (and How to Overcome It)
We continue our series on Abandonment Terror and focus on Disorganized People experience it. Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.

Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 5min
The Earthquake of Abandonment Terror: How Preoccupied People Experience This (and How to Overcome It)
We continue our series on Abandonment Terror and focus on Preoccupied People experience it. Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.

Oct 2, 2025 • 52min
The Earthquake of Abandonment Terror: How Dismissing People Experience This (and How to Overcome It)
What is this common phenomenon? How does each attachment strategy orient toward abandonment terror? How should you approach overcoming it, based on your attachment strategy? Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.

Sep 25, 2025 • 56min
Attachment in Spiritual Practice: Transference, Projection & the Teacher Relationship
George addresses how attachment styles shape how we relate to spiritual teachers, mentors, and even the “Self”—a nuanced look at attachment in dharma contexts.Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.

Sep 19, 2025 • 50min
Working with Disorganized Attachment: The Push-Pull Cycle
Explore the intricate world of disorganized attachment, where the desire for closeness clashes with a fear of intimacy. The discussion highlights the push-pull cycle driven by trauma and unpredictability in relationships. Gain insights into withdrawal behaviors and the patterns that emerge with different attachment styles, particularly with dismissive partners. Discover practical steps to rebuild trust and model secure relationships, emphasizing boundaries and reliability. This enlightening conversation offers a pathway toward healthier connections.

Sep 5, 2025 • 47min
How Avoidantly Attached People Experience Intimacy
Discover the intricate dynamics of avoidant attachment styles and their effects on intimacy, shaped by childhood experiences of neglect. Explore the struggle between the desire for connection and the fear of devaluation, especially when interacting with preoccupied partners. Learn how meditation practices can foster personal growth and help navigate emotional expression in relationships. The importance of mutual engagement is highlighted, making this a must-listen for anyone looking to understand their attachment journey.

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Aug 28, 2025 • 54min
Attachment and Dependency: What’s the Difference?
Discover the fine line between healthy interdependence and codependency as George dives into attachment theory and its impact on relationships. Explore how secure attachments foster growth and the critical role of support systems in emotional risk-taking. Learn the importance of trust, reliability, and the need for explicit agreements in nurturing connections. The discussion tackles vulnerability among societal norms and highlights the significance of meditation in personal growth and understanding relationships.

Aug 21, 2025 • 45min
Inner Child Work with the Mettagroup Method
George discusses techniques for inner child work within the context of the Mettagroup Method, including visualization meditation, Metta practice, Ideal Parent Figure meditation, and journaling prompts tailored to each attachment style. Why is it vital to connect with one's inner child / inner children? What alternate language is used in Mettagroup Method to frame inner child work?Looking to dive deeper into your own attachment journey? Join our Meditation x Attachment Level One online course beginning on September 13th. Sign up at mettagroup.org/meditation-x-attachment-level-one .Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at mettagroup.org/start-hereMettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation’ by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at mettagroup.org.


