Best Stephanie Rigg Podcasts (2025)

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#207: Why You Feel Secure When You’re Single (But Anxious When You Start Dating) 13:35

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11h ago13:35

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If you’ve ever felt calm and confident when you’re single, only to find yourself spiralling into anxiety the moment you start dating, there’s a good reason for it. In this episode, I share why this shift happens — and why it’s completely normal if you have an anxious attachment style. Attachment patterns are relational, which means they tend to lie…

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#206: How Understanding Your Nervous System Can Make You A Better Partner & Parent with Alyssa Blask Campbell 47:15

8d ago47:15

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Understanding your nervous system is one of the most powerful tools you have for creating secure, connected relationships. But too often we approach it as a one-size-fits-all formula, rather than honouring the unique way our individual nervous systems work. In this episode, I’m joined by parenting expert and author Alyssa Blask Campbell to explore …

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#205: How to Process a Sudden Break-Up (AKA the "Avoidant Discard") 22:40

15d ago22:40

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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…

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#204: Why You Keep Repeating the Same Relationship Patterns 20:55

22d ago20:55

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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 star…

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#203: How to Soften Your Inner Critic and Forgive Yourself for the Past 17:32

30d ago17:32

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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 …

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#202: How Attachment Styles Influence Friendship Dynamics 22:23

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We don’t often talk about how attachment dynamics play out in friendships — but if you’ve ever felt anxious, hurt, or overly invested in a friend who seemed to be pulling away, you’ll know just how triggering these relationships can be. While attachment theory was originally developed to explain the infant-caregiver bond and later applied to romant…

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#201: How to Actually Heal from a Breakup 22:39

1M ago22:39

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If you’re someone with anxious attachment patterns, the ending of a relationship can bring up some of your deepest wounds: feelings of abandonment, not being enough, being too much, or fears that you’ll never find love again. In today’s episode, I’m offering a more grounded, intentional path through heartbreak — one that doesn’t rely on ruminating,…

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#200: How to Like Yourself More 23:35

2M ago23:35

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So many of us struggle with the idea of self-love. For me, and for many others, it can feel vague, aspirational, or simply out of reach. But what if, instead of trying to love ourselves, we focused on becoming someone we actually like? In today’s episode, I’m sharing five practical and tangible ways to do just that. This is about taking honest, gro…

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Christian Henningmeyer Alcoholic by 6 8:29

2M ago8:29

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Christian has to be one of the youngest drinkers on the show. He's lived a wild life and is sharing it with us, and it's all thanks to his pops. Tour starts back up This week doing the Windy City Comedy Festival. Christian Socials: https://www.instagram.com/blablameyer/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtgvIgMuV-m8Db7AAwLlf2w https://www.instagram.…

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#199: How Our Early Imprints Shape Our Lives & Relationships with Lael Stone 54:03

2M ago54:03

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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 ab…

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#198: What Anxiously Attached People Need to Thrive in a Relationship 22:31

2M ago22:31

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When you have an anxious attachment style, it can be hard to know what you actually need to feel secure — especially if past relationships have left you second-guessing yourself or trying to manage your anxiety by suppressing your needs. In this episode, we’re exploring five key ingredients that help anxiously attached people thrive in relationship…

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#197: What Avoidant People Need to Thrive in a Relationship 22:11

2M ago22:11

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In today’s episode, we’re exploring what avoidant attached people actually need to feel safe and secure in a relationship — and how partners can support that without self-abandoning. Avoidant attachment is often misunderstood — labelled as cold, distant, or commitment-phobic. But when we look beneath those surface-level behaviours, what we often fi…

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#196: How & Why We Self-Abandon in Relationships 19:40

3M ago19:40

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If you deeply fear abandonment, there’s a good chance you’ve also been abandoning yourself in quiet, subtle, and painful ways. In today’s episode, we’re exploring how fear of abandonment often leads to patterns of self-abandonment — especially for those with anxious attachment. We’ll look at why this happens, how it shows up in your relationships, …

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#195: Two Simple Principles for a Healthy Nervous System 11:37

3M ago11:37

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing two key principles for building a truly resilient, balanced nervous system — and why one without the other tends to keep us stuck. We’ll explore: Why nervous system health isn’t about being relaxed all the time The importance of deliberate stress exposure to build capacity and resilience The equally vital need to res…

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#194: When You Don’t Feel Like a Priority in Your Relationship 19:21

3M ago19:21

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If you often feel like you're fighting for a place in your partner’s life—like you’re always waiting to be chosen or noticed—this episode is for you. This is one of the most common experiences for people with anxious attachment: that persistent, painful feeling of being sidelined. Of giving so much, while wondering if you even matter to the person …

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Drunk @ His Dad's Funeral - Ft. Harrison Butler 9:33

3M ago9:33

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Another Lovely episode from Bombs away comedy club. This episode we have arguably the biggest Cincinnati Bengals Fan in the country tell his fun drinking stories and talks about how deep his love is for his team. Strap in for a fun one Harrison's Socials https://www.instagram.com/harrisonthecomedian/ https://ztvonline.com/harrisonthecomedian?fbclid…

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#193: The Gifts of Anxious Attachment 12:47

3M ago12:47

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While it’s easy to focus on the struggles of anxious attachment — overthinking, people-pleasing, fear of abandonment — there are also real gifts that often go hand-in-hand with these attachment patterns. When held with awareness and intention, many of the traits we associate with anxious attachment can become powerful strengths in our relationships…

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Mormons Do Drugs Too- ft Steven Baer 7:54

3M ago7:54

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Back with another live episode from one of my favorite clubs in the midwest, Bombs Away (we'll be back in December!!) We talk about drugs mainly cause Steven knows how to have a good time. Its a shorty but a goody, I hate that i typed that out. yall follow him on social media and be on the lookout for the fall dates. We bookin them out now! Steven …

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#192: Boundaries vs. Ultimatums 21:11

4M ago21:11

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In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the subtle (but important) differences between requests, boundaries, ultimatums, and dealbreakers. While these words are often used interchangeably, they carry different energies — and understanding those differences can help you communicate more clearly, hold your ground with integrity, and honour your needs wit…

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Stupidity Is His Super Power- Ft. Addison Oneal 27:11

4M ago27:11

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We back again this time in studio with the very funny Addison Oneal, who shared a plethera of stories. We talked shrooms, weed, and of course alcohol. He flew too close to the sun a couple times and just like Icarus and met God a couple times. Addison Socials: https://www.instagram.com/addisononeal25/ Ticket Links: https://www.exploretock.com/mybud…

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#191: Pleasure, Rest, & Feeling Good in a Culture of Chronic Stress 21:48

4M ago21:48

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In this episode, we're exploring why so many of us struggle to access pleasure, rest, and a felt sense of wellbeing — especially in a culture that glorifies productivity, self-sacrifice, and chronic stress. If you've ever felt like slowing down or doing something just because it feels good triggers guilt, anxiety, or even restlessness… you're not a…

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Panties Be In Your Purse 16:22

4M ago16:22

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First and foremost, it feels good to be back BABYYYY. Long little break but we back like we never left. This is a Live Episode recorded at Bombs Away Comedy Club with one of my favorite regulars on the show. We talked about Karinnes terrible dating choices while drunk and, let me tell you it got... interesting to say the least, if you couldn't tell…

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#190: How to Stop the Anxious Spiral 20:57

4M ago20:57

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If you find yourself spiralling into anxiety — overanalysing a text, catastrophising worst-case scenarios, or feeling like your nervous system is in overdrive — this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about how to stop the anxious spiral before it takes over. I’ll walk you through what actually happens in your body and mind during a spiral, wh…

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#189: Why Anxiously Attached People Struggle with Jealousy 21:32

4M ago21:32

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Jealousy is one of the most common—and most shamed—experiences for people with anxious attachment. In this episode, we’re exploring where jealousy really comes from, how it manifests in relationships, and why it makes so much sense through the lens of self-worth and attachment wounding. I share personal reflections from my own journey with jealousy…

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#188: When Your Relationship Feels Stuck (& What to Do About It) 21:18

4M ago21:18

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Feeling stuck in your relationship? Like things are off, disconnected, or just… heavy? You're not alone. Relationship ruts are common — and they're often more about what's bleeding into the relationship (stress, burnout, life overload) than about the relationship itself. For those in anxious-avoidant dynamics, these ruts can feel especially charged…

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#187: Is It Better to Heal While Single or in a Relationship? 25:09

5M ago25:09

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Whether you’re single or partnered, you might find yourself wondering: Am I in the right place to do this work? There’s often an unspoken belief that there’s a “best” time to heal — and that if we’re not doing it in the ideal conditions, we’re doing it wrong. In this episode, I’ll explore: The advantages and limitations of healing while single Why …

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#186: When Life Hasn't Gone to Plan 22:04

5M ago22:04

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We all have visions for how we thought life would unfold — timelines we hoped to follow, milestones we expected to reach. So what happens when life doesn't go to plan? In today’s episode, I’m speaking to those moments of disappointment, grief, and disorientation that come when our reality looks nothing like we’d imagined. Whether it’s relationships…

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#185: How Caretaking Impacts Our Relationships 22:03

5M ago22:03

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REGISTER FOR MY NEW FREE TRAINING Many of us are taught that taking care of the people we love is the ultimate expression of devotion. But when caring crosses the line into caretaking, it can quietly create deep imbalances in our relationships. Caretaking often stems from anxiety, a need for control, or an old belief that love must be earned throug…

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#184: Understanding the Power Struggle Stage of Relationships 27:17

5M ago27:17

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Most relationships move through a phase where things start to feel harder than they used to. The spark has dimmed, tension is bubbling beneath the surface, and it feels like you’re constantly clashing or misfiring. This is what’s often called the power struggle stage — and while it can be incredibly challenging, it’s also a powerful opportunity for…

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#183: How to Be a Better Partner 22:51

6M ago22:51

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When we think about improving our relationships, we’re often focused on what isn’t working — what our partner could do differently, how we’re not getting our needs met, where communication is breaking down. But in this episode, I want to invite a slightly different lens: what does it mean to be a better partner? Not from a place of self-sacrifice o…

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#182: What to Do When Your Partner Doesn't Want to Work on Themselves (or the Relationship) 23:11

6M ago23:11

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One of the hardest things to face in a relationship is feeling like you're growing and evolving, while your partner seems simply unwilling to meet you there. Maybe you’ve suggested therapy, brought up recurring issues, or shared books and podcasts you love, only to be met with silence, shutdown, or defensiveness. In this episode, we’re exploring wh…

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#181: The Demonisation of Avoidant Attachment (& Why It Has to Stop) 27:12

6M ago27:12

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In today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s both close to my heart and foundational to how I approach this work: the widespread demonisation of avoidant attachment — and why we need to stop doing it. It’s all too common, especially in online spaces, for people (often those with anxious attachment) to project blame, anger, and sweeping judgme…

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#180: 5 Hard Truths About Healing Anxious Attachment 23:12

6M ago23:12

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Healing anxious attachment is a life-changing journey — but it’s not always easy. While moving toward secure attachment can bring more ease, confidence, and healthier relationships, it also requires confronting some uncomfortable truths along the way. In this episode, we’re unpacking five hard truths about healing that will help you set realistic e…

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#179: Why You Struggle With Self-Trust 16:13

7M ago16:13

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Self-trust is something we all want, but many of us struggle to build it. If you find yourself second-guessing your decisions, over-preparing for worst-case scenarios, or feeling like you can't rely on yourself, you're not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking why self-trust is so challenging, especially for those with anxious attachment, and how…

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#178: When Your Partner Isn't Meeting Your Needs 21:00

7M ago21:00

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It’s painful when you feel like your needs in a relationship aren’t being met. Whether it’s emotional intimacy, quality time, affection, or communication, this can lead to frustration, loneliness, and resentment — especially if you’ve voiced your needs and still don’t see change. In this episode, we’re exploring: Why anxiously attached people so of…

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#177: How Social Media Exacerbates Anxious Attachment 23:55

7M ago23:55

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Social media can be a minefield at the best of times, but if you have an anxious attachment style, it can amplify relationship anxiety in ways that feel overwhelming. From overanalysing who your partner follows to spiralling over why they haven’t posted about you, social media can fuel insecurity, comparison, and even compulsive checking behaviours…

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#176: Conscious Dating: How to Raise Your Standards & Date from Self-Worth 24:05

7M ago24:05

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In today's episode, we're talking all about conscious dating and how you can raise your standards and date from a place of grounded self-confidence and self-worth. Many anxiously attached people struggle a lot with dating, experiencing anxiety, insecurity and self-doubt every step of the way. This can naturally block us from connecting with others …

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#175: Perfectionism & Anxious Attachment 18:36

8M ago18:36

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In today's episode, we explore how perfectionism intersects with anxious attachment and impacts our ability to form secure relationships. We examine how the drive for perfection often stems from attachment wounds around unworthiness and creates barriers to authentic connection. Key themes covered: The links between perfectionism and anxious attachm…

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#174: Anxiety vs. Intuition: How to Tell the Difference 21:39

8M ago21:39

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Have you ever wondered how to tell the difference between intuition and anxiety? If so, this episode is for you. We're talking all about the difference between intuition and anxiety, and sharing some simple tools to know how best to relate to these states and when to listen to the information our body is giving us. We'll cover: anxious attachment a…

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#173: How to Rebuild Self-Worth After a Break-Up 22:49

8M ago22:49

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In today's episode, we're talking about how to rebuild self-worth after a break-up. It's so common, particularly for anxious attachers, to emerge after a break-up feeling incredibly uncertain and lacking in self-worth. We become acutely aware of the extent to which we lost ourselves in the relationship, but often don't know where or how to begin re…

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#172: 10 Signs You're Moving From Anxious to Secure Attachment 29:11

8M ago29:11

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In today's episode, we’re exploring the key signs that you’re moving from anxious attachment toward greater security. While every healing journey is unique, certain themes consistently emerge as markers of growth. If you're working on healing your anxious attachment style, this episode will help you recognise the shifts happening within you. What W…

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#171: How to Transform Your Life 24:08

9M ago24:08

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For our first episode of 2025, we're exploring the journey of creating a life that feels deeply authentic and aligned with who you truly are. Moving beyond societal expectations and the hamster wheel of constant striving, this episode challenges you to embrace courage, honesty, and personal responsibility to make meaningful changes in your life. Ke…

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#170: Dating Q&A: Early Dating with Anxious Attachment, Navigating Texting Anxiety, Not Attaching Too Quickly, Prioritising Values Over Chemistry 26:38

9M ago26:38

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In this Q&A episode, I’m answering your most common questions about early dating—particularly through the lens of anxious attachment. If dating feels like a minefield of overthinking, anxiety, and emotional highs and lows, this episode is for you. We’ll explore: Early dating dynamics: Navigating the vulnerability and uncertainty that comes with get…

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#169: Self-Sabotage: Why We Do It & How to Break Free 26:18

10M ago26:18

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In today's episode, we’re diving deep into self-sabotage—those frustrating patterns where we seem to work against our own best interests. Whether it’s procrastination, pushing people away, or avoiding opportunities, self-sabotage can feel like an endless cycle. We cover: What self-sabotage really is: Understanding how it’s often a misguided attempt…

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#168: How to Support an Avoidant Partner to Open Up 22:49

10M ago22:49

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In this episode of On Attachment, we’re diving into how to support an avoidant partner in opening up emotionally. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by your partner’s emotional distance or found yourself unsure how to help them feel safe in the relationship, this episode is for you. 🔥 Save 40% on my Healing Anxious Attachment course for 72 hours only! …

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#167: How to Balance Compassion for Others with Boundaries for Yourself 23:45

10M ago23:45

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In today's episode, we're talking about the delicate balance between compassion for others, and boundaries for ourselves. For those of us who tend towards empathy and curiosity towards others' inner worlds, it's easy to fixate on the "why" behind their behaviours (particularly behaviours we don't like or understand). And while that is an admirable …

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#166: Signs an Avoidant Partner is Deactivating & What to Do About It 26:56

10M ago26:56

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In today's episode, we’re diving into what avoidant partner deactivation looks like and how you can respond to this experience in a way that protects your emotional wellbeing and prevents further spiralling and disconnection. We’ll explore the subtle ways avoidant partners create distance—whether emotionally, physically, or in their communication—a…

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#165: Why Validation is so Important for Anxiously Attached People 20:32

11M ago20:32

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In today's episode, we're talking all about validation — and specifically, why it is so essential for anxiously attached people in building more security within themselves and in their relationships. Most anxiously attached people are accustomed to feeling chronically invalidated (in part because they tend to do this to themselves), always wonderin…

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#164: 5 Unexpected Triggers of the Abandonment Wound 23:51

11M ago23:51

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In today's episode, we're talking all about the abandonment wound — and specifically, five scenarios that might unexpectedly trigger your fears and insecurities around abandonment. When we think about the fear of abandonment, we often imagine scenarios where someone physically leaves us—maybe a breakup or a loved one walking out the door. But the t…

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#163: How to Address a Partner’s Excessive Phone Usage 28:41

11M ago28:41

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In this episode, we dive into the growing issue of phone usage and its impact on relationship satisfaction, especially when one partner feels neglected, ignored and frustrated by the other's screen time. We explore why constant phone use can feel so personal, discuss strategies for approaching the topic constructively, and offer practical ways to s…