Best Disorganized Attachment Podcasts (2025)

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Working with Disorganized Attachment: The Push-Pull Cycle 49:56

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We focus on the complex and painful inner conflict of disorganized attachment—wanting closeness but fearing it—and how mindfulness can support regulation. 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-…

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What Disorganized Attachment Really Feels Like 1:05:41

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What does it really feel like to live with disorganized attachment? In this episode, Adam welcomes Amy Moore, who shares her story of navigating survival mode, struggling with both avoidance and anxiety, and learning how to begin her healing journey. Topics Covered: 👉 Amy’s experience with disorganized attachment and “survival mode” 👉 How attachmen…

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From Avoidant To Engaged — Her 8-Week Shift | Adam Lane Smith 1:30:36

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What does it take to shift from avoidant attachment to secure, engaged connection in just eight weeks? In this episode, Adam talks with a client who shares her powerful story of breaking free from lifelong avoidance and building safety in love. Topics Covered: 👉 How early childhood trauma and lack of safety shaped avoidant attachment 👉 The role of …

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How to Have a (Good) Life Crisis: Authenticity, Healthy Discontent, and the Anxiety of Choice 1:12:02

1d ago1:12:02

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Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how to use a life crisis productively, drawing on developmental stage theories, existential philosophy, literature, personal experience, and Rick’s clinical work. They examine the anxieties of death, freedom, responsibility, and choice that often underlie these crises, and discuss how we can not only cope with these anx…

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Why Should People Listen to Teal Swan About Relationships? 18:13

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Relationships shape every part of our lives, yet most people are still stuck using outdated ideas of what makes them succeed or fail. In this episode, Teal Swan breaks down why mastery of relationships is essential—not just for personal happiness, but for humanity’s future. She also shares why her own experiences, challenges, and “failures” make me…

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People Pleasing and the Fawn Response with Meg Josephson 1:14:32

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Forrest and therapist Meg Josephson explore the fawn response, a survival strategy where safety is sought by pleasing other people. They discuss how fawning can start as self-protection in childhood, but later morph into overthinking, hypervigilance, and self-abandonment. Meg shares her own experience, including how fawning creates resentment and m…

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Why Relationship Security Can and Should Be Customized! 16:04

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Relationship security is something that can and should be customized to the specific people in that relationship. Being conscious and intentional enough to customize relationship security in this way, makes all the difference in your relationships and at the same time, it has the potential to break society free from its tendency towards rigidity. L…

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How Avoidantly Attached People Experience Intimacy 46:49

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We unpack the shutdown, distance, and “flight” strategies avoidant people use—plus how to build safe emotional intimacy without overwhelm. 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 ⁠⁠. Tr…

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She Felt Invisible for 23 Years — This Is What He Didn’t See 1:38:06

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What happens when a wife feels invisible for 23 years? In this episode, Adam uncovers the truth behind their broken marriage. From gambling addiction and emotional neglect to the deep longing for intimacy and trust, this raw coaching session reveals what it really takes to heal wounds that have been buried for decades. Topics Covered: 👉 How gamblin…

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Anxious-Avoidant Relationships, Narcissism, and Insight to Action: Mailbag 1:11:30

19d ago1:11:30

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Dr. Rick and Forrest open up the mailbag to answer questions about complex situations where good process really matters. They discuss whether to get back with an ex who has seemingly changed, relationships with someone with addictive tendencies, the difference between Narcissistic Personality Disorder and narcissistic tendencies, and why genuine ch…

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An Exercise to Start Feeling Your Emotions 10:59

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When it comes to emotions, we do things like ignore, suppress, deny, blunt, reject, fix, turn against, try to control, minimize, distract ourselves from, disguise, dissociate from, numb out and violently act out emotions. For so many reasons, it is critical to re-connect with your emotions and start to feel them again. In this video, Teal is going …

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63 Days to Rewire Your Brain & Relationships (Dr. Caroline Leaf) 52:09

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In this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf joins to discuss how the mind, not the brain, holds the power to reshape thoughts, relationships, and mental health. She shares groundbreaking insights on neuroplasticity, attachment styles, and her proven 63-day cycle for rewiring toxic patterns into healthier ones. ✨ Topics Covered ✨ 👉 Why the brain doesn’t thin…

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Attachment and Dependency: What’s the Difference? 54:05

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George explores the fine line between healthy interdependence and codependency, especially for anxious types seeking closeness and discusses how codependency emerges. 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-…

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Limerence: The Psychology of Romantic Obsession with Brandy Wyant 1:04:07

26d ago1:04:07

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Forrest and therapist Brandy Wyant discuss limerence, an intense and often one-sided state of romantic obsession. They explore how limerence differs from both love and ordinary crushes, why uncertainty fuels it, and how it can take over a person’s inner world. Brandy shares both clinical insights and her own lived experience, describing the obsessi…

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One of the Hardest Things to Accept About People-(They Won’t Change Unless They Want To) 8:42

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So much of our effort in our social life is spent trying to get people to change. Despite all of our effort, we often find ourselves powerless to getting them to change. Why is this? Because a person will not change unless they want to. And this, is one of the hardest things to accept. In today’s video, this is what we will be unpacking.…

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Inner Child Work with the Mettagroup Method 45:16

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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 …

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Mingyur Rinpoche: A Meditation Master on Anxiety, Awareness, and Awakening 1:08:50

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Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Mingyur Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, to explore calming anxiety with awareness, relaxing unhealthy wanting, and finding a deeper sense of our innate goodness. Rinpoche shares how a near-death experience during his four-year “wandering retreat” transformed his relationship to fear and deepened his…

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It Was Never You — It Was Their Projection 9:26

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Ever walked away from a conversation wondering, “Did I do something wrong?” even though you were just being honest? That’s the hidden weapon of projection—and it’s how toxic people transfer their unhealed wounds onto you. In this episode, we unpack: - What projection really is (and why it’s so dangerous) - The psychological trick it plays on high-a…

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One of The Best Questions You Will Ever Ask Yourself 6:12

24d ago6:12

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Never underestimate the power of self-questioning. In this video, Teal Swan is going to give you one of the best questions you can ever ask yourself, as well as explain to you why it is such an important question.

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Can MEN Really Find FREEDOM from Emotional Numbness and Disconnection 1:13:46

25d ago1:13:46

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Can men really find freedom from emotional numbness and disconnection? This episode takes a deep look at the roots of emotional intimacy struggles and the path toward genuine healing and connection. Topics Covered: 👉 The hidden pain men carry across generations 👉 Why men need purpose to step up and grow 👉 Emotional intimacy gaps in relationships 👉 …

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When Only One Person in a Relationship Does Attachment Work 47:00

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A common question in our work is what happens when only one person in a relationship decides to do work on their attachment strategies. What opportunities or challenges come up in this situation? Can you offer real‑life case studies, tactical guidance, and meditation practices for partners in an asymmetrical healing journey? Enjoy this podcast? Try…

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You’re Not Procrastinating—You’re Protecting Yourself: The Real Reason You’re Still Playing Small 16:17

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This message will hit different if you’ve ever been called “too much” or felt afraid to be seen. In this episode, we go deep into why healing doesn't always mean you're growing—and how your inner child might be the one calling the shots.

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9 Lessons from the Great Minds of Psychoanalysis 1:47:55

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Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the evolution of psychoanalysis after Freud, highlighting key ideas from figures like Adler, Klein, Winnicott, and Hillman. They track how the field expanded from focusing on the individual ego all the way out to exploring the existential forces that shape who we are. They focus on what lessons we can take away from eac…

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Why You Were Taught to Tone It Down — And How It’s Still Controlling Your Life 7:13

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Were you celebrated for who you truly were as a little girl… or quietly taught to tone it down? In this episode, we’re going straight to the root—the moments in childhood when you learned it wasn’t safe to be fully you. Not to stay stuck in the past, but to uncover the exact point you internalized: - “I’m too much.” - “I need to shrink to be loved.…

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How To Heal Disorganized Attachment 27:44

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What people are calling “Disorganized Attachment” is one of the most tormenting and painful things that a human being can experience. And very few experts actually understand it. So, let’s look at disorganized attachment from a different perspective and also explain what you can do about it.

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Dr. Orion Taraban: Why Modern Men Are Failing at Intimacy 1:24:22

1M ago1:24:22

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Not everyone, especially modern men, should be in a relationship and Dr. Orion Taraban returns to explore exactly why. In this video, Dr. Orion Taraban and Adam dive deep into the emotional wounds, subconscious needs, and hidden motivations that shape modern relationships. Topics Covered 👉 Why healing must come before entering a relationship 👉 The …

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How Early Childhood Experiences Affect Authenticity 45:11

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From childhood beginnings as a "Bumble of Joy" to the manifestations in later life attachment strategies, a walk through how early experiences can shape later inhibitions and the expression of the authentic self. Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you…

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Reclaiming Anger: Trauma, Repression, and Healthy Protest with Elizabeth Ferreira 1:07:06

2M ago1:07:06

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Forrest and associate therapist Elizabeth Ferreira talk about healthy (and unhealthy) anger. They challenge the common framing of anger as a “secondary emotion,” and explore why anger matters, how it relates to trauma, and what it can tell us about our wants and needs. They discuss how to access healthy protest and work with less healthy forms of a…

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Are You Doing Shadow Work to Get Away from Your Pain? 7:58

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In this episode, Teal dives into one of the most common pitfalls of shadow work, so that you don’t find yourself falling into it and so that you can get yourself out of it.

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Why He Can’t Say “I Love You” (Even If He Feels It) 1:11:22

2M ago1:11:22

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This episode explores why some men struggle to say “I love you” even when they truly feel it. It is not always about a lack of love. It is often about emotional wiring, past experiences, and how they process vulnerability. By understanding these deeper reasons, you can navigate the silence with more clarity and compassion. Topics Covered: 👉 Emotion…

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Getting to the Root of Authenticity 50:43

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How does each attachment strategy impact one's relationship with being authentic? What's the bigger impact on exploration? Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you’re interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for yo…

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Modern Dating Is Exhausting For Women - Learn How To Finally Feel Loved 1:30:10

1M ago1:30:10

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Quiet disorganized attachment can make modern women feel invisible—shutting down out of fear of being “too much,” even when all they want is to be seen and loved. In this episode, Dawn Dubelbeis opens up about the impact of childhood trauma and how her attachment style shaped her adult relationships. Alongside Adam, they unpack the path of how to b…

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Psychoanalysis: Therapy’s Controversial Origins 1:32:46

2M ago1:32:46

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Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the ideas, context, and legacy of psychoanalysis, the often-controversial origin point for modern therapy. They discuss psychoanalysis’ early history and key concepts like the unconscious mind, repression, inner conflict, and transference. Alongside those major contributions, they wrestle with what hasn’t aged so well: …

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How Your Algorithm is Putting You Out of Reality 11:17

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Welcome to the age of technology. Here is a stark reminder from Teal Swan - never forget that today, what you are seeing online is not a reflection of reality, it is a reflection of your algorithm.

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Signs of Attachment Disturbance & How to Spot Them 49:38

2M ago49:38

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A deep dive into early indicators, how they manifest in adulthood, and when meditation‑based interventions are essential . Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you’re interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for yo…

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Is Self-Help Making You Miserable? 1:26:38

2M ago1:26:38

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Forrest and Dr. Rick discuss what's really wrong with the self-help industry, going beyond the obvious pseudoscience and snake oil to examine deeper structural issues. They explore the industry's mixed-bag focus on individual responsibility, the risks of turning healing into a never-ending project, performative personal growth, narcissism, social m…

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Why You Still Feel Off (Even After Doing Everything Right) 6:50

2M ago6:50

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You journaled. You prayed. You did the work. So why does your body still feel heavy? This episode is the truth most coaches won’t tell you: You can do all the “healing work” and still feel broken if your nervous system hasn’t caught up. You can apply every strategy, and still feel stuck—because you skipped the most important step: acceptance. In th…

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The Question to Ask Yourself in Times of Extreme Uncertainty 22:22

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Because uncertainty is such a tormenting experience for us as people, Teal is going to reveal to you a question that you can ask yourself in times of extreme uncertainty, which has the power to turn things around for you, as well as some other tips for facing times of extreme uncertainty.

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The Attachment Style That’s Been Ignored for 80 Years 1:15:07

2M ago1:15:07

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Attachment style plays a bigger role in your relationships than you think, especially when it’s the one no one talks about. In this episode, Adam explore the long-ignored freeze attachment style, rooted in fearful-avoidant patterns. After surviving childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, and three failed marriages, Corina shares how this attachment s…

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You’re Not Broken—You’re Just Finally Feeling Everything 4:27

2M ago4:27

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You thought you were past the worst of it… But then, when the chaos quieted down—everything crashed. In this episode, I break down what actually happens when your nervous system is no longer in survival mode—and why it might feel like you’re falling apart even though you’ve “done the work.” Here’s what you’ll hear: Why emotional crashes happen afte…

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When Doing the Work Still Leaves You Broken 6:48

2M ago6:48

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You’re meditating. You’re journaling. You’re doing everything “right”… So why does it still feel like you’re falling apart? In this episode, I share the truth about what happens when high-functioning women finally slow down after survival mode—and why the healing tools stop working unless your nervous system is regulated. This is the part no one wa…

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The Freeze Response, Gifted Kid Syndrome, and BPD: July Mailbag 1:17:57

2M ago1:17:57

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Dr. Rick and Forrest answer listener questions about perfectionism, performance anxiety, trauma, and relationships. They explore how early praise for being “gifted” can create a fear of failure and contribute to “failure to launch,” and share ways to shift from focusing on an idealized future to appreciating your actual self right now. They discuss…