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3 Things That Get Every Dismissive Avoidant to Open Up

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Dismissive avoidants can seem emotionally shut down—but there is a way in.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a relationship where the other person won’t open up, especially if they’re dismissive avoidant, this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast is for you. Thais shares the top 3 proven ways to gently support a dismissive avoidant in letting down their emotional walls—without pushing, overgiving, or losing yourself in the process.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How asking specific—not general—questions creates space for meaningful sharing

✔️ Why emotional safety and non-judgment are essential to helping a DA open up

✔️ The power of validation, empathy, and simply remembering small details

✔️ How to express your needs without sounding critical or shaming

✔️ The role of acceptance and consistency in building long-term trust

✔️ Why dismissive avoidants often test the waters before becoming emotionally vulnerable

If you’ve ever wondered, “What can I do to connect with a dismissive avoidant partner—or know if it’s even worth it?”, this episode will offer clear, actionable tools to deepen emotional intimacy and assess relationship alignment.


Meet Your Host:

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.


Helpful Resources:

💡 Take the Free Attachment Quiz:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

📖 Learning Love Book – The guide to healing attachment wounds:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

🎙️ More Podcast Episodes:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/podcast?page=1

📝 Read More on Our Blog:

https://blog.personaldevelopmentschool.com/


Follow Us on Social Media:

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool

🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool


Podcast Sponsors:

📱 MINT Mobile – Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MINTMOBILE.com/thais

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#dismissiveavoidant #attachmentstyles #relationshipcommunication #emotionalconnection #datingadvice #selfhealing #attachmenttheory #personaldevelopment


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Get personalized courses, live webinars & Q&As, and FREE lifetime access to our Attachment Styles & Sex course with a 7-day free trial!

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

Dismissive avoidants can seem emotionally shut down—but there is a way in.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a relationship where the other person won’t open up, especially if they’re dismissive avoidant, this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast is for you. Thais shares the top 3 proven ways to gently support a dismissive avoidant in letting down their emotional walls—without pushing, overgiving, or losing yourself in the process.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How asking specific—not general—questions creates space for meaningful sharing

✔️ Why emotional safety and non-judgment are essential to helping a DA open up

✔️ The power of validation, empathy, and simply remembering small details

✔️ How to express your needs without sounding critical or shaming

✔️ The role of acceptance and consistency in building long-term trust

✔️ Why dismissive avoidants often test the waters before becoming emotionally vulnerable

If you’ve ever wondered, “What can I do to connect with a dismissive avoidant partner—or know if it’s even worth it?”, this episode will offer clear, actionable tools to deepen emotional intimacy and assess relationship alignment.


Meet Your Host:

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.


Helpful Resources:

💡 Take the Free Attachment Quiz:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

📖 Learning Love Book – The guide to healing attachment wounds:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

🎙️ More Podcast Episodes:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/podcast?page=1

📝 Read More on Our Blog:

https://blog.personaldevelopmentschool.com/


Follow Us on Social Media:

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool

🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool


Podcast Sponsors:

📱 MINT Mobile – Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MINTMOBILE.com/thais

💼 Indeed – Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job’s visibility: Indeed.com/THAIS


#dismissiveavoidant #attachmentstyles #relationshipcommunication #emotionalconnection #datingadvice #selfhealing #attachmenttheory #personaldevelopment


Love this episode?

If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! Your support helps us continue to provide insightful content to help you on your personal development journey. 💙

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

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