#avoidantattachment

[olympiapsychology]

The Hidden Strengths of Insecure Attachment | Psychology Explained

Avoidantly attached people aren’t emotionless. They’re survivors of emotional chaos. If you learned to shut down, stay distant, or become hyper-independent… It wasn’t because you didn’t crave closeness. It’s because closeness felt unsafe. Your psyche said: “If I stay distant, maybe I’ll stay safe.” That wasn’t weakness. It was strategy. Insecure attachment—whether anxious or avoidant—isn’t a flaw. It’s your nervous system protecting you the best way it knew how. You weren’t broken. You were adaptive. And that same brilliance can now guide you toward secure, nourishing love.

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[sofiawellman]

Relationships are culturally bound. Love, a force that should flow freely, is often confined by societal boundaries. These constraints, rooted in factors like race, religion, and sexuality, limit our understanding and experience of love. However, by courageously challenging these cultural expectations, we can liberate ourselves and open our minds to new, unrestricted possibilities more aligned with who we are. This empowerment is the key to taking control of our love lives.

We often further narrow down our expectations by creating a detailed list of the qualities we believe define the perfect relationship. We may think we can attract our ideal partner by writing these qualities down, when we don't even understand who we are. By doing that, we overlook the importance of focusing on self-improvement. By becoming the best version of ourselves, we increase our chances of attracting the right partner. This emphasis on self-improvement should not just motivate us, but inspire us to strive to become complete individuals on our own rather than fixating on the fantasy of an ideal person. 

Many people share steps for finding love, but no formula works more authentically than the practice of loving ourselves, no matter how cliché it may seem. The 23-episode series "What's Love Got to Do With It" does not focus on finding the right partner but on becoming the right partner to yourself before seeking a relationship with anyone else. 

Come on a captivating, self-healing exploration into the intricate world of love with “What's Love Got To Do With It."  This thought-provoking journey takes a deep dive into how our individual attachment styles influence our relationships, weaving together the realms of science, psychology, and spirituality to offer a holistic understanding of the human experience. 

Expand your awareness through the award-winning documentary "What's Love Got To Do With It." The full-feature film will be thoughtfully divided into a series for easy digestion and enjoyment at your own pace. A new section will be available weekly. Subscribe to my YouTube channel, Sofia Wellman, now—it's free and ensures you won't miss any part.

This documentary by Sofia A. Wellman features Dan Siegel, Michael Bernard Beckwith, James Van Praagh, Allan Schore, Beatrice Beebe, Pat Ogden, Gloria Karpinski, Kathy Steele, Alan Sroufe, Randi Kreger, Barbara Findeisen, and many more influential personalities. Their years of research culminate into a synthesis of a self-exploration through love.

[cinderpresss]

Avoidant Attachment Recovery: A Beginner’s Path to Understanding and Healing Avoidant Attachment is a practical and compassionate guide for those seeking to break free from the patterns of avoidant attachment and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Are you someone who tends to push others away when relationships get too close? Do you struggle with vulnerability, trust, or emotional connection? This book is designed to help you understand the root causes of avoidant attachment and offer simple, effective strategies to heal and grow.

Inside, you’ll explore:

The psychology behind avoidant attachment and how it develops

The impact of avoidance on relationships and personal well-being

Practical exercises for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and communication

Tools for building trust, setting healthy boundaries, and facing vulnerability

Success stories and real-life testimonials to inspire your journey

Avoidant Attachment Recovery takes complex psychological concepts and breaks them down into easy-to-follow steps, perfect for beginners who are ready to start making positive changes in their relationships and personal life.

This book provides the guidance and support you need to begin healing today!

Take your first step toward a more open and connected life—because everyone deserves to experience love and trust, starting with yourself. -- Grab a copy now!

[system-of-a-feather]

You know, I understand it is largely part of the nature of it, but I feel mental health communities and people in general don't really talk about the struggles of people with heavy avoidant attachment. Cause honestly, yes by nature of C-PTSD and DID, yes we technically have disorganized attachment and yes, it does fit us, but we identify as a very very VERY heavy avoidant attachment individual an, while I'm not trying to compare cause its different and not a competition, but I do wish there was more of a general understanding for avoidant attachment, how it presents and how to help people with heavy avoidant attachment tendencies feel safe and heal like I see for those with heavy anxious / ambivalent attachment folks.

Like I really wish we had more people talking about it, but like, as someone who theoretically could, I don't even know what Id say and if I did, I don't know if I would say it because #AvoidantAttachment

It's frustrating and if anyone has any input or even any topic points theyre welcome to share but man. All our trauma shit and roadblocks always circle back to this man

Why weren't my parents a little more inconsistently absent and abusive so I could at least be more balanced in my disorganized attachment and sometimes relate to people who have non-avoidant dominant attachment GOD woe is me (JOKING AND BEING MELODRAMATIC)

[clockoftheheart]

just deleted tiktok before it could leave me #AvoidantAttachment

[freshoutthaslammer]

i hate when friendships are slowly and inevitably dying and there’s nothing you can do to stop it from happening and you’re forced to watch it happen like a car crash (slowly and painfully). anyways this song was written for me #avoidantattachment #callmethebolter oh man oh man

[uapro]

Love

[weightlessbutfallingfast]

“Did My Avoidant Ex Even Love Me?” Let’s Be Real.

They breadcrumbed you. Pulled away when things got deep. Made you feel like you were the problem for wanting basic emotional security. And now you’re sitting here wondering if they ever even loved you?

Let’s break it down:

1️⃣ Love isn’t just words—it’s actions. If they “loved” you but couldn’t show up, communicate, or provide consistency, what exactly was that love worth?

2️⃣ They loved your presence, not the responsibility of loving you. They liked knowing you were there, but the moment you needed more, they ran. That’s not love—that’s convenience.

3️⃣ They replaced you like it was nothing. And guess what? That’s because they never processed the relationship. They just found a new distraction.

4️⃣ Love doesn’t leave you anxious and confused. If you spent more time questioning your worth than feeling safe, that wasn’t love—it was emotional neglect.

So, did they love you? Maybe in the only way they knew how. But was it the kind of love you deserve? Absolutely not.

#AvoidantAttachment #Breakups #KnowYourWorth

[justagirlcrying]

,,I just want to be loved like I love“ no. please never love me like I love someone

#avoidantattachment

[sofiawellman]

Defining God is challenging for most discerning individuals. The concept of God carries a great deal of significance. Not all of our beliefs are based on logic—after all, some people become aggressive and commit acts of violence in the name of God. 

Our personal views are often shaped by how we were raised, and some individuals choose to rebel against the dogmas of structures that no longer make sense to them as they navigate life into adulthood. Since we are all a unique blend of experiences distinct from anyone else, it stands to reason that we would each find our own meaning of God rather than cling to the childlike understanding we were taught in our youth by parents and other influential figures. We are meant to develop our perspectives beyond those who came before us. And not only as a rebellion against them.

Life is a journey of personal growth and empowerment. Our understanding of God is a dynamic and ever-evolving process that inspires personal growth and empowerment while being inspired by it.

Come on a captivating, self-healing exploration into the intricate world of love with “What's Love Got To Do With It."  This thought-provoking journey takes a deep dive into how our individual attachment styles influence our relationships, weaving together the realms of science, psychology, and spirituality to offer a holistic understanding of the human experience. 

Expand your awareness through the award-winning documentary "What's Love Got To Do With It." The full-feature film will be thoughtfully divided into a series for easy digestion and enjoyment at your own pace. A new section will be available weekly. Subscribe to my YouTube channel, Sofia Wellman, now—it's free and ensures you won't miss any part.

This documentary by Sofia A. Wellman features Dan Siegel, Michael Bernard Beckwith, James Van Praagh, Allan Schore, Beatrice Beebe, Pat Ogden, Gloria Karpinski, Kathy Steele, Alan Sroufe, Randi Kreger, Barbara Findeisen, and many more influential personalities. Their years of research culminate into a synthesis of a self-exploration through love.

[heartmindandsnow]

Some of the typical response is fair - cheating isn't a causation that's more of a moral defect in not honoring loyalty to a person, but convincing one's self that they aren't compatible in light of a healthy relationship, that they don't want the emotional vulnerability to someone else or the responsibility for themselves - these are what I experienced.

But the origin story for trauma isn't always childhood.

[musicbykg]

If you are still with that emotionally unavailable partner, remember that they can only love you as much as they love themselves; which is probably very little. https://lnkfi.re/thunderstorms

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