HOW I went from ANXIOUS ATTACHMENT to SECURE...and you can too.

[@kristen7840]

The quote "secure people seek emotional support; not validation" hit hard. What a nugget of wisdom.

[@BitchItsAle]

Yes yes yes

[@michaelacappabianca6461]

Oo that hits

[@JohnDoe-wh8fi]

🎉​🎉🎉@@michaelacappabianca64615:53 5:56

[@freddales8697]

This is like one of the only things in the video I disagree with actually. Why is that claim true, can anyone elaborate? Surely mature people seek validation in certain contexts too!

[@kristen7840]

@@freddales8697 my interpretation is that validation is needing something external to justify how you're feeling, whereas seeking emotional support is knowing your feelings are already valid and just needing company and support

[@ceewalker1133]

Can we just say that sometimes toxic relationships bring out the anxious attachment in that person, and that's just a symptom of a toxic relationship.

[@OlderWomenRock]

So agree . With romantic relationships I’m an emotional mess when a guy isn’t that into Me .

[@waheyna]

This is so true. When we start to heal we automatically repell possible "unhealthy" partners because the energy is just off We cannot heal in places that feel unsafe. One needs to find safety within, but we need a safe environment to heal too... and the first step u is choosing to say no to an unhealthy environment (aka relationship)

[@wherearemyredslippers]

Idk, I think that even in those situations you have to ask yourself how ended up in a toxic relationship in the first place...or why you stay in one. Healthy people tend to walk away once they realize a person is toxic. Rather than sticking around

[@justanoldsnufkin9747]

@@wherearemyredslippers i agree so much!

[@YOU-niter]

@@waheyna Yes!.. we can’t heal in the same place you got sick or with the person who made you sick.

[@Rene-ie4im]

“You running after people makes them run” that was so freaking powerful

[@denisehoshor5298]

Oddly though some people only know you want them if you pursue them. Somebody has to chase otherwise you’d never meet up. Fate can only work here and there not for everything unless your just living in the moment then don’t be in a relationship with anybody but yourself and don’t stop to use anybody because that’s an instant attachment

[@Rene-ie4im]

@@denisehoshor5298 hmmm right I get what you mean, but I feel like that’s just taking taking action rather than chasing, because to me chasing is essentially investing yourself into someone who does not reciprocate your enthusiasm, like it’s one sided

[@denisehoshor5298]

@@Rene-ie4im I’m a very driven, passionate person. I won’t find somebody who is the same in that way. If they are showing up that’s good enough for me. I like to run the show plus my schedule gives me more freedom to do so.

[@djhellion5]

Fear of abandonment is so strong in many people

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

Childhood trauma

[@lerumotonise4574]

💔

[@Ranyas258]

I thought this was only to people who have BPD (like me), does this bother other people who doesn't have bpd too?

[@wiseriverhealing]

I recognized in myself for a very long time, but actually consciously working on it by looking at the core conditioning has made all the difference in healing.

[@Someone_ya]

@@Ranyas258fear of abandonment is what causes insecure attachment styles. It’s a core wound that people cope with by having these attachments. BPD is not directly correlated.

[@Lisadeetee7]

I definitely know I have pushed good people away by having anxious attachment. As I have been healing it, I sometimes cringe at my past behavior but I tell myself that I didn’t know any better at the time and I’m learning. When you heal your anxious attachment, you also heal your relationship with yourself and how you speak to yourself. You will begin to realize how kind and more patient you are with YOU. It’s a journey guys. Be gentle with yourself.

[@Margarita.Nazarenko]

love this and love you

[@christiandunn5824]

I'm happy you're doing better! What did you do to overcome attachment anxiety?

[@rachelsobie_22]

This is me in a nutshell, what I still struggle with is that it took me multiple times, until it finally clicked. It definitely is a journey. I only wish I had learned this earlier in my life. But as you said this process takes time and we must be gentle with ourselves I’m right there with you and I’m praying for you. Thank you for sharing.

[@robyn5627]

Zoom

[@nomg563]

I needed this. Thank you

[@tensevo]

being anxious /avoidant, you will sabotage everything that is good with relationships, and only attract nonesense into your life, the nonesense that you demanded through your actions.

[@kaylawolfe5751]

"You need that fix more than you need a good relationship." THAT PART.

[@thatgirlirl]

Made me realise alot

[@ukhtiarcher]

I really needed to hear this. Wow.

[@amnbvcxz8650]

Yes it was like that for me too at times when my emotions were played with… the ‘he who hurt you is the only person that can undo the hurt quickest/most effectively’ kinda thing…

[@juliahaw]

This hit.

[@carlinatrevizo177]

1) Self soothe 2) trust 3)seek emotional support 4) clear communication 5) not defensive take w grain of salt 6) compromise n set boundaries and respect people’s boundaries 7)free of baggage from past relationships

[@Clare-tea]

Basically you're perfect.🤔

[@marybethdamouth4002]

Thanks

[@AliValentine143]

​@Claretea Secure people have all the exact same issues but they react from their intuition, conscious not their nervous system like the Anxious or Avoidant. They don't mostly over or under react, overthink or deflect. It isn't perfection but secure people to have better health, more time to focus elsewhere, better relationships, even more effective time management. Fair, no but Life , absolutely.

[@jasminew3183]

Omg I love this!

[@connorh1060]

Jesus Christ this is accurate for me

[@CarlSmith-h5l]

Male 6'2" 245 lb former Top Secret Cleared and Intelligence Officer, and after decades of trying to find out what is wrong with me and this 20 minutes is the most accurate description of me I have ever heard. I have tears in my eyes. Thank you Margarita.

[@YanaWanderlust.]

I am a woman of 37y.o and from this video I got why all people were always pulling away from me. My anxious attachment style is too much for all of them

[@jasonthovson6873]

43 yr old man and it just became clear to me today as well. Have never been able to put my finger on it, and we'll, here we are. Good luck on your journeys ❤

[@shaunp5033]

41 year old divorced tradie and only just figuring this shit out now. Gah!!

[@kyraroseriley]

It’s crazy that after watching this, I’ve realized my bf has been trying to tell me this whole time to stop. To stop asking all these questions to feel secure , to stop doubting him and assuming he will do something wrong. I always thought he just doesn’t want to tell me because he doesn’t feel that or because he will break my trust , but honestly it seems like that is the definition of anxious attachment. I will take back my dignity and be the strong confident woman that I am. Thank you so much for this.

[@olkapolka99]

Me too...

[@LifewithAlelee]

Dealing with this as well. I hope we can all heal with our partners by our sides. Because every goes through periods such as this.

[@nirgunawish]

you are mixing anxious preoccupied and fearful avoidant together without clarifying so. they are separate attachment styles

[@lynzistringer]

Absolutely same. So glad I found this video and can see what’s really going on in my brain.

[@FLRProject]

I`m wondering how 2 anxious attachment styles would mix together? I find myself being more secure day-to-day, but extremely vulnerable when I let my feelings out, I express them, I show them.

[@chrisflores6917]

Every teenage girl should hear this message. Golden advice.

[@wickedness_666]

@chrisflores6917 Especially me since i was a princess in a toxic relationship with my ex, whom i've known since pre-school in 1996. sadly she dumped me in 2020. maybe i was too attached to her. i don't fucking know. all i know is that her narcissistic abuse bit the bullet. she burned her bridges. her asshole roommate probably told her to end it with me. worst time to date her was at the beginning of 2020 before covid made the world go dark for 2 years.

[@unitforce7417]

Lol i was a anxious teenage boy

[@sharlenehumphries3081]

Thank you, this has been so helpful! Really needed to listen to this information today. You break things down really well and explain clearly. Many thanks!

[@smtandearthboundsuck8400]

It hits guys way more Stop chasing chads

[@Levy-p3y]

@@unitforce7417 I am a anxious teenage boy 17 year old help me with some advice please

[@somethinggood9267]

I just broke things off with the dismissive avoidant and I woke up this morning a little bit sad. But I was instantly able to take care of myself better, and not being with this person who deprives me of emotional connection. Not being with this person who triggers my ptsd. I was able to make myself a healthy breakfast and I am excited about the goals I have in my life, primarily school. I'm also going to make getting closer to God a priority as I know that God is my strength and my source of all things good

[@byd.aradamansara]

Amen sister ❤

[@andreadragan9074]

I am a psychologist and a psychotherapist, and I honestly tell you : you are a natural!!! Well done !!!

[@victorial8764]

Love this encouragement. I am an accountant but have seen several therapists and she is gold.

[@davehasenford3985]

the bar is low unfortunately

[@MariaStocker]

May I talk to u ? I rlly need a therapist

[@tunashaalukeni444]

You are gold

[@Jametris]

"people are born as they are but people make themselves into who they wanna be" this hit me!

[@libritarian]

Probably one of the best videos on Anxious Attachment I've ever seen

[@miamolotov8797]

Agreed!!!

[@vivtimmer9918]

"..it becomes a cloud over the person you truly are" - this is the perfect description how I feel in my relationships. It's like being in prison. Imprisoned by myself.

[@IHavent82Day]

This is exactly how I describe it for myself as well, a prison. The door’s wide open but I can’t bring myself to leave.

[@akashareinee]

Frr!

[@summerstevenson6625]

Yes amen. I pray for your healing as well as mine with this.

[@elimiNator345]

*comments to receive 389 validations

[@GrimRee]

I feel this, too. It's hard trying to get to know or even recognise the you without the cloud. I'm definitely struggling.

[@gzt4377]

It’s so nice to finally figure out what is wrong with me so I can tackle this problem. It feels good to not feel alone

[@RockListeningChick]

You’re definitely not alone. ;)

[@susanhampton9671]

I wish there was a mandatory class in all colleges about attachment style, conflict resolution, healthy communication and building healthy relationships, etc. Thank you for your work and honesty. You give us rays of hope. Blessings to you!

[@SamuelSaveli]

@@susanhampton9671yes! we need a socials class to actually condition kids healthily for the future. Maybe a little meditation also at the start of the class

[@danielleperry609]

Same here. Finally now I know time to fix it

[@Nerino]

Exactly!

[@kwanholloway4112]

I am a guy, and this hits very hard. Some of these behaviors and thoughts can be exaggerated more or less to me specifically, but it's definitely me. I miss the ability to create a video response to a video because I would have definitely done it with this. You're very insightful, and you sound like you would make an excellent therapist or sociologist. Thank you.

[@joyceg7859]

You lost the ability ???!

[@Sufiisfujaifjed]

This made my stomach turn. I literally feel sick because I resonate with it so hard. I’m am an anxious attachment and I cannot bare the feeling that comes over me. It’s so true!

[@noanoa8991]

My problem is I used to have anxious attachment and I became avoidant

[@zeusknuckle]

Just a reminder that YOU are not an anxious attachment. You may have an anxious attachment style, but that does not define who you are

[@kaitlynbeachy504]

Sister! Jesus wants us to be free! We can be set free in Christ Jesus hallelujah! ❤️

[@NothingWasted]

We must have compassion on ourselves. We are not doing it on purpose. It comes from trauma. We are here learning more. Self Compassion for the younger versions of ourselves helps. I believe it is part of growth. So I am going to give all shame and guilt to God and release it as many times as it takes and focus on healing. Growth and progress is what matters and growth is not linear. Blessings!

[@malaikarauf2909]

​@@noanoa8991Howww, I've tried so hard I just can't do it, I really want to be avoidant with everything happening in my life. I feel like I'm getting too anxious that it's also started to affect me physically HELP

[@ioannak.4690]

12:54 Regulate your emotions (without the person to validate you) 13:16 Not ask people how they feel in order to make you feel better about your self, until it becomes a practice to your self 13:33 Secure people trust others (You need to deploy a element of trust) 25:06 Secure people have effectively communication skills They say what they desire and what they. want, as opposed to searching for outs of people and searching for inadequacies *Example instead of*: "Why you don't call me last night?" "I Love it when you call me, I love it if you call me tomorrow."* [Say what you want instead of, what the person didn't do. You need to communicate clearly with your words and needs, as opposed to play games.] 15:47 Secure people need emotional support, instead of validation *Example*: ▪︎"I am feeling tired today, I'd really want to spend time with you." ▪︎"I really need your help on this issue." [They watch what is happening and let's say after two months he doesn't call you. And say: " You know I love when you call me, it makes me feel happy. When you don't, it's makes me feel sad."] 16:14 Secure people are comfortable being alone [ You need to be on this Journey with yourself. You need to have a little stoicism.] 16:51 Secure people are not defensive [They take things with a pinch a salt. They know that not anybody can really see into you. Nobody really knows you. Everybody sees you with a perception of themselves plastered on it.] 17:07 How to stop being defensive? (the right mindset - Not defensive but empathy) [People don't talk about you, they are talking about a microscosm of what they saw and put it together in their head, from their life experiences and were over the web of what they believe is a reality. That isn't me, that is the perceptionthey have for me.] 17:30 Secure people show empathy were it is needed [They're there for other people, not because I gives them something back. They don't expect anything back.] 17:42 Secure people know when to compromise and when to say no [They know we're their limits are.] *Example*: Bf/Gf: "Can you wah the dished please?" ▪︎Anxious attached person: "Yes, yes" (even if they're tired -> Just to be liked) □Then resentment will build up and then they'll have a fight with her partner□ ▪︎Securely Attached person: "I'm sorry I'm tired today, I can't do it. But I love you I will try tomorrow" [They know their capabilities. They learn to know themselves. They're straightforward. They say what they feel and mean what they say. They respect other people boundaries ] 19:01 Secure people are free of old baggage Study Secure Attachment style: ‐ Attached - Getting the Love you Want - How to be an adult in relationships

[@Look4beauty]

Thanks so much! I'm a visual learner and this is so helpful 😊

[@KellW2012]

Thank you

[@Margarita.Nazarenko]

This is great. I might have to ask you to help write my book! Xx

[@saumyatripathi1085]

​@@Margarita.Nazarenko i agree with almost everything in this but only of talking about my past relationship part... Can you tell me what can i do if I've been in a five year old toxic relationship where I mostly talked with my ex and didn't have as many frnds i thought he was my world so i never tried to make connections out of the relationship so as a result In most of my memorable or happy moments he was with me and when I talk about my past it's mostly with him bcz most of my moments I had with him so is it a bad thing and if it is then how can i change it can you give me advice on this bcz people are sick of listening to me talk about my ex but that's all i can do honestly and that honestly makes me not want to talk😔

[@nirgunawish]

you are mixing anxious preoccupied and fearful avoidant together without clarifying so. they are separate attachment styles

[@tiranezra9020]

As an anxiously attached man, in a beautiful loving relationship, it's pushing my partner away and I'm trying really hard to fight the dragon, I'm learning about how my secure version looks in my head, and I'd like to thank you for the moment in this video that makes the point of fearing the consequences of living in the hurt of constant anxiety of being hurt, instead of stepping into a secure role and enjoying the moment and giving full trust until being hurt...I snapped completely and let down a deep cry, thank you for your perspective, I'll be back to watching this video.

[@beezus255]

How are things now? Have you found growth through this video and self practice

[@delylahgaucin6586]

Literally cried while watching this. I dealt with separation anxiety as a child because my mother was a drug addict and now I’m 20 and dealing with anxious attachment in my relationship. Ive been trying so hard to change it but it’s so hard. I’m not giving up.

[@Margarita.Nazarenko]

you can do it 100%

[@marlenemagana555]

IFS therapy works amazing

[@JG20204]

I completely understand. I’m a guy, and this is my life almost to the tee. I’ve messed up some relationships just because of this. You aren’t in it alone. We just have to go forward.

[@Madi4321]

@@marlenemagana555what is this ?

[@qiqisama4114]

I can totally relate

[@MichelleBunt]

Anxious attachers often will attract avoidant partners because the reason most people have an anxious attachment is that one of their primary caregivers was an avoidant attacher. However, people with anxious attachment styles (depending on the level of anxiety) can often create a great partnership with a secure attachment person, who will by their steadiness and patience allow the anxious attacher to relax and become more secure themselves.

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

Yes totally make sense to be in a partnership for these shadows to show up because when you're not, how are they going to show up for 1 to even be aware it exists? They only TRUELY come out in intimate partnerships

[@kriscaldwell4476]

Yes! This would be my husband. He is a secure attachment person for sure, and through the years I have felt comfortable in my own skin and he has helped me relax. But also, a daily practice of yoga, meditation, and prayer!

[@piak78]

Yes. Thats my husband

[@zaire-aniyarobinson2928]

yeah but sometimes you meet a secure attached styled person and it stresses u out even more because the thought of trusting them and letting ur guard down scares the shit out of u bc ur so used to avoidant ppl who never showed they gave a shit about u. Now you’re afraid of feeling secure with this person bc ur afraid it’s not gonna work and also afraid you’re gonna push them away bc you’re afraid of the possibility of it actually working out.

[@allisbrere7562]

​@@zaire-aniyarobinson2928 what you shared here sounds fearful avoidant and not just anxious attachment.

[@steffilebeya2401]

Whenever I start feeling the anxiety and feelings of abandonment I come back to this video, I've watched it so many times and every time it calms me down. Thank YOU!

[@cptbenjaminwillard]

"you need to learn what secure attachment is and act as if you are". Holy crap. And overnight i went from fearing I will be abandonned, to .. not at all. This one struck so hard true. I do understand i still need to perform so much work, but just this bit of information kindof pivoted me enough in the right direction that it made me feel so much better. This video has helped me more than the countless hours of discussions with my friends. ❤

[@apirk-v1l]

How much have you improved till now?

[@reinataveras7053]

@@apirk-v1l^i would also like to know

[@angels7698]

right its been 3 months

[@sneha-qn4jn]

Please share your healing journey

[@bayaroja9485]

Agreed!! That was a pivot for me too. 💛

[@georgiabrisco2174]

Can I just say: this comment sections brings me so much hope. Resources, learning, self-awareness, empathy. Every one of you are breaking the patterns and if we choose to be parents, we will be able to give what we weren’t given. And I just love the idea that future generations, slowly but surely, will have less trauma to work through, less re-patterning, through more secure love.

[@welovemusic8542]

I really hope so...fingers crossed❤

[@trynatural23]

🙏🏾💪🏾💯♥️👏🏾👏🏾

[@fakiriayoub8087]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[@MohamedZaitoun-mh9ht]

Yes, dr.porassss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@DamsonIdris-rh6sx]

I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.

[@MohamedZaitoun-mh9ht]

Yes he is dr.porassss.

[@AfkAliaga]

Can dr.porassss send to me in UK?

[@MohamedZaitoun-mh9ht]

Absolutely, his offerings extend to global delivery, prioritizing complete confidentiality for individuals valuing their privacy.

[@Y0L0vidz]

This brought me to tears, I don’t know what to do, I feel helpless I just want to be content with being alone.

[@tek3freak]

Are you seeing a therapist? If not, most insurance covers therapy. And let them know that you want to heal your insecure attachment style.

[@carolbond6124]

I’m so sorry. You can get there. It takes time. Crappy Childhood Fairy has a channel and a method of writing and meditation that can heal.

[@natashawiley]

Your definitely stronger than you think. Step out don't let nobody hold your hand you got this!

[@biancane4420]

Same

[@precioushabeene2974]

You will, I love being alone and enjoy my me time, when am on crowds or around many people I feel drained because I feel and seem get their energy and rush back home to re energise. Engage yourself in activating your talents and purpose u will use your time in those activities and just working on oneself ❤

[@LilMah]

Everyone should watch this... this is free therapy. Thank you so much.

[@inejunta6569]

An eye opener. It's weird because I know exactly what she is talking about but at the same time with day to day relationships...like bad, I targeted people and I feel bad. Almost in a predatory way. No interest in them whatsoever, but just hyperfocused on everything they did, like using a person as a mirror to look at yourself. And when a better potential person came along they got dropped overnight. To the point where isolating is really the only option. I always got confused with the attachment style thing because I feel anxious and avoidant just oscillate back and forth into eachother. Or eventually you just have too much negative experiences and stay in avoidant mode.

[@moyenaparikh70]

When the student is ready, the master appears. Thank you for your light Margarita. I'm ready to dive deep into secure attachment and make it my reality❤

[@venus_star_95]

This video is a major reality check. It made me so damn angry with myself, because it is so true. I am going to listen to it again and again until I start listening to it with self-compassion and understanding. And then I'm gonna work on it in a healthy way.

[@magnoliawilde]

Same :(

[@taihairs]

i am so embarrassed..

[@amyhodges5464]

You speak about this really brilliantly. I’ve been on the same journey, going from anxious to secure over the past 6-7 years. Choosing to heal this is a game changer. For anyone reading this - I promise, you can heal this & feel soooo much better. Wishing everyone the best. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@theol6272]

I thought I had made good progress for awhile till the other day when a date ghosted me hours before it was time to meet up. I completely went into a panic and I hate myself so much for this she may have just had something come up and would had called me the next day but I’ll never know now. I have no idea what in my past caused it my family was very loving. You say you’ve gone back and forth for 6 years do you believe you are fully healed now, do you think you’d go into a panic if someone you really liked did what I just described to you?

[@lulu-ou6dl]

​​@@theol6272I believe sometimes it's not that your parents didn't show affection or validation but that everyone's needs are different and you probably needed more than what they gave you, or a different way of showing love and valitation. So now that you know it's not their or your fault you can stop focusing on the past and start focusing on finding out what you need now, how to express it to others and, most importantly, how to give it to yourself. After all, as with what happened in your childhood, nobody will ever be able to satisfy your needs better than yourself. As a kid you're dependent and it makes sense to look for someone else to fulfill you but now it doesn't anymore, you need to find out how to validate, appreciate, soothe and love yourself

[@ineedhoez]

Damn look up the personal development school, because it didn't take me 6 years. They promised results in like 90 days. It took me a week do you have a massive foundational shifting healing event. Over the next few weeks, I just learned scripts and tricks and how to manage and regulate my emotions and communicate better. 38 years of feeling broken and defective what's healed in a week. It honestly makes me mad. It was the easiest thing I've ever done. Imagine struggling your whole life with connection and then your life changes in a week. It's utterly ridiculous

[@mindbodyboat]

“Knowing your limits and when to compromise” This is huge. Great video. I’m shocked that some of these anxious personality traits exist in me… for now.

[@saraaref8474]

This is one of the best if not the BEST video i’ve ever seen on Anxious attachment style. Simple, straight to the point and taken from a mouth of someone who have been through it all and came to the other side with the best advice. You gave me hope. Thank you so much!🙏🏻

[@Margarita.Nazarenko]

love this thank you

[@awaken2yogawithvandanadill545]

I agree. Very helpful.

[@ronbusby3335]

Totally agree!

[@alexamunoz2457]

O feel like she’s describing me. Like she knows me personally. 🥺

[@jennifermacdonald1811]

I agree!! Thoroughly enjoyed this video. So much that I subscribed. I love how clear and concise she makes things.

[@ArtCoven]

A funny thing: you’d still lose people if you’re secure. Your needs don’t automatically change and people wouldn’t like it or be triggered by your communication. Knowing yourself & growing is a treasure, however, life gets rid of people for you the more you come into yourself.

[@leche1971]

Wow . This.

[@karen3705]

growing from the inside is gold

[@electricbop]

Yup, but when you are secure you will be ok with that, you won’t try to hold on to the wrong people

[@AvocadoBee]

This video is dead on. I use to be anxious-preoccupied attached. The way I fixed it was to practice talking to all kinds of random people and I'd see if I could make them smile. I soon learned that I should joyfully give without any expectation of receiving anything in return! And then that led me to respect peoples boundaries because I stopped being afraid of abandonment or rejection. I stopped feeling I had to force what I wanted on to people. And I got really comfortable being alone. Now, my default mode is to "fun" and "easy to get along with". Which means I get tons of positive attention for free. Affirmation and validation just falls onto my lap randomly all the time, and I feel like I don't even need it. Turns out I was worthy this whole time, I just needed to prove to myself that I was. :)

[@Capsacininthebasin]

Damn she is straight up spitting facts 😅 I am seeking validation from someone I don’t even want or know! I’m going to have to watch this about 7 more times.

[@Drew_HBK]

As a man with an anxious attachment, I’m sitting here in my office like “yoooo she’s on point” 😂

[@hrithik4515]

U fixed?

[@ሙሉጌታተስፋይ]

Same here 😵‍💫

[@mickeyroyal]

Bro it’s not just you 😅

[@DevinAK49]

I'm here with you. I've gotten better. Thank God my wife gave the opportunity for therapy and time to fix my bullshit. I was a mess. Still am some days.

[@RalB.]

@@DevinAK49- how do I even try to fix this. Earlier today I was working and a girl I liked came in and I was so happy. Then I overheard her talking to her friends and they were like “hey so are u gonna tell us what happened?”. I didn’t know what they were talking about. She was like “I’m not saying it out loud”, I immediately assumed it was a guy and it really did ruin my mood. I was feeling good and social but when that happened I didn’t talk and just avoided the people who I would’ve talked to. I was also going to ask her out but now I’m second guessing it.

[@Blessedbythebestduetograce]

This video is worth more than the thousands I’ve spent on therapy. ❤

[@eldin8910]

as a dude struggling with anxious attachment, it has pushed every relationship away in a self fulfilling prophecy. but now i’m ready to change for the better! wishing you all the best !

[@annmarieleblanc-gx6lc]

It really is a miserable way to live. I wish you healing

[@georgiabrisco2174]

I hope it’s going well. We got this.

[@peachwedding]

As an anxious attacher in the process of healing, I've realized the that the key to changing your attachment style to secure is truly loving yourself and believing in yourself. When you have that confidence and commitment to making yourself happy you will not have those automatic anxious thoughts, you will not seek out validation because you can give it to yourself.

[@laurena5165]

What did you implement to start truly loving yourself and believing in yourself?

[@peachwedding]

@@laurena5165 Hi Lauren, firstly I had to go through a series of unfulfilling relationships with men that were emotionally unavailable to me. One particularly bad one sent me to rock bottom and it was at that point where I realized that I had finally had enough and I wasn't going to allow myself to ever feel that way or be treated that way ever again. I started making the tougher choices when I resumed dating again - I would come across men who displayed unavailable behaviour and even though I desired them I cut them off and each time I did that, I felt empowered and took a step toward honoring myself. It's a hard process (and I'm still in the thick of it) but it gets easier with each time you choose yourself. You become more resilient and more confident. I also listen to a lot of podcasts (Shallon Lester, Dr. Morgan Coaching, Matt Hussey) read a lot of Bruce Bryans books which changed my perspective on dating/relationships and went to therapy.

[@GeoffWalsh-td2tl]

A beautiful young woman like yourself having this kind of mindset blows me away, you honestly look as though you could have anything you desired. Sorry to write you but was really surprised to see, to look at you it, you wouldn’t pick it. Are you a shy person ? Distrust will probably make you at best read a few words and think who’s this”delete “ “block” i get it it’s all good, take care. Geoff

[@whatislife5295]

​@@laurena5165you should figure out what is your love language. Doing that really helped me. And then love yourself in your love language. For example If you're love language is words of affirmation. Compliment yourself daily, give yourself words of encouragement

[@BrianaBrianaBriana]

This is the accountability women need to seek instead of throwing “Narcissism” around. Thank you. I was born secure, raised secure. When my mother left our household I battled within myself with secure attachment and anxious attachment. I knew what I was doing was incorrect but I couldn’t say no. I feared rejection. I was so lost.

[@Everythingvibez]

Regulate your emotions without revalidation You need to deploy the element of trust Communicate clearly give people a chance Comfortable being alone (no attachment anxiety) Not defensive Show empathy when it’s needed not expecting anything back Know your capabilities Respect other people’s boundaries Free of old baggage Be in the moment Read the following books ATTACHED GETTING THE LOVE YOU WANT HOW TO BE AN ADULT IN RELATIONSHIPS

[@nikkiwood5577]

Thank you for sharing, my memory is pretty bad , lol ^_^ Hope you have a lovely day!

[@skwerl81]

I personally found "Attached" to be a bit useless if you are Disorganized/Fearful Avoidant style. I recommend: Attachment Theory: A Guide to Strengthening the Relationships in Your Life

[@tanyamerry2736]

Who are the authors

[@skwerl81]

@@tanyamerry2736 Thais Gibson is author of the one I listed. She also has a helpful KZbin channel ("Personal Development School")

[@nirgunawish]

you are mixing anxious preoccupied and fearful avoidant together without clarifying so. they are separate attachment styles

[@uwg2003]

I just discovered what Anxious Attachment was this morning and have self diagnosed myself. Now I can't stop looking at videos on the topic. It all makes so much more sense now. I have always just thought that I "loved hard" and that it was always too much for others. I've been crying off and on all morning now that I realize and have a better understanding of how I have behaved in relationships.

[@georgiadidaskalou4676]

People leaving because i love too hard is a sum up of my life too. It seems pretty unfair but this video could be healing for a lot of us!!!

[@kylielagringa]

This is an exact point by point explanation of how I am. Needing constant validation, clingy, terrified of abandonment, literally everything.

[@georgiadidaskalou4676]

Feeling exactly the same... The fear of abadonment is bigger than the will for life itself. This video is phenomenal. I decided to take the responsibility of my attachment and heal it. I hope you do the same and all of the people in our sensitive gaze. We have each other 😌

[@KCUARISMA]

This video has literally flipped a switch in my brain. I feel so much more informed and aware of why some of my relationships are the way they are.

[@georgiabrisco2174]

Same. We got this 🩵

[@glendagataleta7548]

Been in therapy almost a year, and been in therapy once before to get out of a toxic relationship, so most of these things I have heard before. But I had to stop the video at some point cause I was about to cry. Father that has never been 100% in my life, lots of bullying and rejection growing up and I turned out into a depressed, anxious person, who’s not able to get vulnerable with other but also feels completely alone. Letting go of the disappointments is not easy

[@Margarita.Nazarenko]

I hear you and I understand

[@stefaniakonstantinidou981]

Been there. I feel you. I do psychotherapy, but what really was a breakthrough for me is to realise there is a God who loves me andcreated me special and can heal me if i rely on Him. God bless you

[@vtlaviver]

Just be kind with yourself. Fell in love with yourself by doing things that you enjoy spend time with people that you enjoy and just practise gratitude every day and you will be amazed by how good it feels and how amazing you are. Then this will be become a habit and you will accept things in your life that you will enjoy and by glowing you will attract people that will deserve to be around you. Send you a lot of hugs and love ❤

[@Michellesonmez1616]

I really hope you see this but man… these are all the things my boyfriend has been telling me for a year since we got together and it took for us to almost break up and call it quits for me to actually put effort into looking into what he has been telling me for months now… everything you explained, and I mean every single point you stated that is exactly how I feel in relationships all the time. Just watching some of your videos has changed my outlook on myself and how I view myself and myself forth. It’s like a new level awareness. Thank you so much. I feel like you really are helping so many people.

[@lindsey9495]

Wow, your "real talk" approach to anxious attachment really resonated with me!! While listening to this, I was able to step outside of the victim mindset that an anxiously attached person has and step into deeper reasons to feel/act secure. Thank you!

[@nottherealmccoy9862]

I believe I went from secure to anxious from being in a 15 year long abusive marriage. I still retain most elements of secure (respect boundaries, I don’t over text or call, strong sense of self and confidence, can be alone) but I have discovered that when in a relationship, the more my feelings grow the more anxious I get. It is actually nice to identify what is going on so I can work on it instead of focus on those uncomfortable feelings.

[@Aurora-Rose01]

Same, I actually shocKed myself with how quickly I became anxious when in my last relationship.

[@saindelinejeanpierre986]

True I was secure until I got cheated on

[@kennedialana4356]

So true I was never like this before being emotionally abused and manipulated. The way ppl manage to switch up like the weather made me form feelings of anxiety and distrust toward ppl.

[@disorganizedclutter5513]

@@kennedialana4356 I'd almost think it's normal to to anxious then. I think it's rare to find people that actually are stable and reliable in one's life.

[@Annaglows]

12/27/2023 I realized I am an anxious attached kind of person. I’m a good person but today today I realized I am anxiously attached. What an amazing way to start my year. I get to work on who I am. Thank you for sharing this information

[@ferminator4545]

same girl. we got this

[@andreaandrade4708]

I like your perspective. I was feel horrible about my avoidant attachment style and the work I need to do but I love the perspective that I get to work on myself right as this new year starts. 😊

[@IGamingStation]

As a male, I can honestly say I'm indeed an anxious attachment. I always thought I was confident, but dating people ended up brining the bad qualities in me and I end up coming across as needy. Grateful for this video and insight and this helps lots.

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

At 1 point in journey, 1 requires a partner to help them bring out their shadows for them to show up to then work on & deal with because if you're not in that environment, how would 1 know what their shadows are in intimate relationships?

[@trollzynisaacjohan1793]

@@user-pk5pl7ox1e even I can't answer that question. Integrating shadow takes a lot of self reflection. Honestly as a man you need to be in your masculine frame. set boundaries etc. honestly the advice she gives about the feminine frame can work vice versa for your masculine frame. Men test women. women test men. We're more alike than people will care to admit.

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

@@trollzynisaacjohan1793 Interesting! How DO men test women and women test men EXACTLY may I ask?

[@trollzynisaacjohan1793]

@@user-pk5pl7ox1e loyalty tests. I more or less just observant as fuck. Honestly you will know because they're testing your patience. Don't abuse them in response ignore them or block them.

[@lamentate07]

We have to snap out of it because women see us as losers. I feel needy but don't act it. The difference is crucial.

[@fdfdfd1]

This is incredible I feel so naked after this but also like I need to replay this daily until I get it right. I'm on KZbin daily for years and this is hands down the most important video that I've ever seen. Thank you for this.

[@hayleyferguson5284]

I feel the same way.

[@shaakiralovick6307]

Heavy on the reply until I get it right ❤️❤️

[@shaakiralovick6307]

Replay*

[@kiranaujlay8686]

I felt as if you were talking directly to me. This video made me cry. I've always wondered why I have the reactions that I do, but to know that I can change it through hard work gives me hope. Thank you.

[@hectorrivas5574]

as a man with an anxious attachment style I have to say thank you. I only wish I had found this video sooner. The way you speak so frankly about how these behaviors destroy relationships, from a perspective of experience, is extremely effective (painfully so). It's like looking into a mirror and not liking what you see but realizing you can change what you see there. this video is going to be a great starting point in making a change in my life. thank you

[@NDeraBreyan]

I felt this entire message to my core. I’ve been so stressed, overwhelmed, feeling alone because “I have no friends or loved one” but I’ve never been able to sustain relationships because in my heart I believe people are going to leave me or hurt me. It’s an awful mindset to be in & I desperately need/want to be secure in myself and love myself. I’m trying to learn how, so I can be a better me & example to my daughter

[@jessica0321]

I don't know if this helps at all, but I can relate. I'm becoming my biggest fan, friend, and support system. I'm practicing being completely authentic and vulnerable, and instead of basing my self-worth on the feedback/responses of others (because those tend to have more to do with other peoples' insecurities and trauma), I put my own needs and opinion of myself on a pedestal. I tell myself how proud I am of myself, even at the smallest things, whenever possible. I allow myself to make as many "mistakes" as I need to, and then I celebrate how fearlessly I pick myself up - I don't for a second look around for validation. The self-love journey is everything, and there is no way to fail because getting back up is always an option, and it's beautiful. You've so got this. The right people will move towards you when you love yourself fully, and you wont be afraid of them leaving - you'll be too busy loving yourself. xx

[@CoachLori2024]

Thank you two for this... and for this gal who made this video! It ALL makes sense. Stop asking, looking, getting validation from others! It's MY journey, and I will love MYSELF enough to stay focused on me! I now see what all my own childhood traumas have done, and at least 75% of this anxious attachment style is what i have held on to I will continue to be kind and loving to ME, not explain, justify, or feel less than because (sadly with family members!), because they struggle with their own stuff and choose to project. I will not accept the disrespect any longer and will turn on my heal and walk! Thanks for being vulnerable enough to share your own feelings on this topic, I am not alone! God Bless you all and safe travels in each of our respective journeys. ❤

[@jessica0321]

@@CoachLori2024 Save travels, love. You can do this! It's why we're here. And if you trip or stumble on your journey out the door - love the one who trips and stumbles. No shame, no guilt, no fear. No rules. No judgement. You are always safe with you. You've got this. xo

[@CoachLori2024]

@Jessica Thank you, I needed 🙏 this extra gentle reminder! You are a bright light for me and appreciate you taking the time right here... I will keep it & read it if I'm stumbling- helps to know someone understands! We live every day, and only die once, gotta make it the best journey EVER! 💕

[@jessica0321]

@@CoachLori2024 Much love to you, beautiful soul!

[@rachellang6210]

This is exactly what I needed to hear

[@Riley42-03]

I cried… thank you for understanding and being able to articulate to individuals like myself. Wonderful feeling knowing your on the right path through self-awareness.

[@annieb5619]

As I got off the phone with my boyfriend questioning him where he had been , feeling extremely anxious , your video popped up right in front of my KZbin page . I had to watch this , you liltery describing me to the core . Every single personas you are laying is about me . I appreciate the universe and you have brought my issue to the surface so I can be aware and keep on pushing on my healing journey . It is not easy , but I know I’ll make it through . And I will give myself the validation , selflove , care that I , myself , my body , my soul deserve . Thank you again . God bless you .

[@sha20064eva]

Thank you for this. Really needed it. Was so scared to get into another relationship fearing the pain again. I'll try my best to trust again

[@Kerse97]

We need to get stuff like this teached in school.. so we doesn't hurt each other and leave so much scars.. For now I am anxious attached.. but I hope this will change 😄

[@tonydeegan6303]

If you think you can or you think you can’t, then you’re probably right. No idea who said it but it’s true and good luck on your journey.

[@Kerse97]

@@tonydeegan6303 Hey Tony the quote you mentioned is by Henry Ford 😇 thank you very much :-)

[@ashleypowell596]

“You have decided somewhere in your early life that the only reason people want to be around you is because you’re comfortable to be with.” That really hit me. Everything else in this video as well but this one especially. Everything you said is blowing my mind. I knew I wasn’t mentally right in a lot of aspects, but I didn’t realize there was a term out there that explains my behaviors and thought processes EXACTLY as they are. Thank you for making this video. I’m now subscribed and heading to your TikTok now to follow. ❤

[@reeshamiller8869]

SAME!!! Just omgg

[@m83peace91]

My therapist told me I needed therapy, at least 1 year. You gave me hope to cure myself, depending on myself. You’re a blessing, thank you. Sending love

[@theultimate117_]

I watch this video like 3 times a day now and it’s helped as I start my journey to becoming secure

[@jessicacarianne]

Everything you described as someone with anxious attachment is everything I do/say/feel. I don’t know how I got here but I need out.. I’m hurting myself over and over

[@勚乔]

We don know each other but every single word in this video is exactly me…I finally know why partners alwaysleave me. I felt been seen and being understood. Thank you so much for telling me this😢😢😢

[@GalestianMusic]

"People are born as they are, but people make themselves into who they want to be." - powerful.

[@jessicamadrid5799]

Yes you can become more securely attached. The anxious attachment will still be triggered at times, but you can develop more security over anxiety. The important piece is to acknowledge the trigger and choose to respond in a healthier manner. Healing core memories is the most effective approach. This core memory is the reason you have a trigger. Once this memory is healed, the trigger no longer has any power over your behavior. For example, if your partner says or does something that triggers your anxiety and threatens the connection, explore the earliest time you felt this type of feeling. Once you have discovered the source of this trigger, work with your therapist or with regressive work to heal this experience and the irrational thoughts that the experience created in your mind. You matter and have value, someone in your life made you doubt your value, so take your value back!

[@az09kkjhk2]

how i know what happen in the past?!? All i know is when i was 3/4 years old my parents send me away and i lived 3 years with my uncle/aunty in another country is this my trigger?

[@jenrivard133]

How I wish this information had been presented to me about 15-20 years ago. You explain it perfectly. I can't wait to receive my copy of The New Rules!!

[@KaylynLCast]

I'm currently going through a breakup where the relationship itself was healthy and happy, but as soon as he blind-sided me with how he truly feels it sent me spiraling back to the anxious person I was in all of my unhealthy relationships before him. It's been a month and a half and I'm still spiraling and reeling. This video could not have come at a better time for me. Thank you.

[@amymonk4536]

I am blown away by this video , I am anxious attached and this makes me want to change. I used to think being a bleeding heart was kindness and love, now I see it as an empty manipulative way of life that pushes people away and takes any chance of real connection away. I want to thank you for this video.

[@Coco-pr3rz]

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[@Me_Myself_1997]

Hey there 🥰! So im not sure if youre ever going to read this comment but here it goes anyway : My name's Anna and im a 26 yearsold woman living in Valencia , Spain . I have had this anxious attachment style due to my anxiety disorder for years now and the way you described all of the scenarios and symptoms is literally me in all aspects when it comes to my failed past romantic relationships . I just want to say thank you , Thank you for making this video and also at the same time making people like me feel like we are not alone and feel like there is a solution to it . Hope you have a beautiful day! 🥰😊 .

[@sunshinemariz]

This video hits me. I’ve been struggling anxious attachment for many months now. I have to really work on myself because my bf is trying his best to make our relationship work. I have been self-sabotaging. I thought I was alone feeling this way. But it’s good to understand my own emotions and hear advice on how to overcome it. I love this video ❤

[@hsj.124]

Aww you're not alone siss🥺❤️🫂✨

[@KleeKaiPuppies]

Learning about people who emotionally abuse others, narcissists, made all the difference for me. Much love and light sent to all you good souls❤

[@AlysonBaker-kj2oc]

i am a 17 year old girl who has never been able to pin point what makes every relationship so awful. The absolute hell i put myself through when i don’t have a constant conversation with someone i want to be loved. i so desperately want to be loved the way i love but i watching this made me realize my ways of love are anxious. i cannot explain how relieved i feeel that i am not only not crazy but i now have a name for why i am the way i am. i can’t express this enough but thank you for going through what u did to be able to help someone like me.

[@alkismavridis1]

Anxiously attached man here. Yes, we exist 🙃 From a personal note, I want to say that I believe men in this category have a very hard time in the first stages of a relationship (such as flirt), because this needy "please love me" attitude, and thr low self esteem that this indicates, is an absolute downer for most women. After crossing this boundary, though, things can get less stressful.

[@danitiwa]

It’s a lot to ask of people who don’t fully know us to love us and “fix us”. On the other hand when we develop an instant attraction to someone based on intuition, and possibly opposing qualities to us- it can feel like we already know one another. Which leads to a strange and uncomfortable duality.

[@coffeecatbeans]

This is totally unrelated but your streams on your channel are amazing and your bird in your pic is so cute!

[@betiboo251]

I remember one guy that I met online, he invited me for a coffee. He was very nice and the chat was lovely. He was a bit shy and not so much confident. He told me he had only one girlfriend in his life. Also, apparently I've been the very first girl who agreed to go out on a date with him (he was online for 3-4 months and no luck). I could tell, just by the way he locked his eyes o me, he was very interested in me. I had intention to meet him again and get to know him better. But I was turned off within few days as he would text or call every day and the third day he's message was ''I miss you 😙'' I do not know if he is an example of anxious attachment or just having a really hard time to find someone so he showed too much too soon. Anyways, I am an anxious person myself and probably if I was the one immediately interested, I'd anxiously wait for a guy I like to talk to me.

[@thomasgrabowski2202]

Yup, that's why the relationship broke, and honestly I confronted her about her lack of trust with me and I was Fucking fed up because it was just a constant reoccurance where there was a moment of trust to be had and she pulled away and decided NOT to trust and ON TOP of that looking at the "negatives" in me like really? It was fucking horrible. Being in that relationship sucked but I still Love her and want her to be so fucking happy. I just want her to be the happiest girl alive. I want nothing but happiness for her I want her to be so happy that she wakes up smiling every day with Love in her heart....I truly truly Love this women....

[@GeoffWalsh-td2tl]

You just made a 48 year old man cry, almost every single word you spoke of is descriptive of me. I have pushed every single person in my life away,including family, no longer have a single friend, if my phone rings which it rarely does it’s because somebody needs something of me, and the resentment and total inability to trust anyone including myself. I have always vocally expressed that there were no rules in my world and that I’ll do whatever I want whenever I want and answer to nobody,I still do live this way to this very minute but i cant be vocal to people who are long gone now,my fear of not being liked and accepted has made me have behavioural habits thats have in turned them away,"what i feared most" life is fucked sometimes. The pain and fear and resentment that i have inside me is overwhelming, ive twice unsuccessfully tried to take my own life to escape the mental menace that occupies my brain cavity. I will get to that point many more times to come so eventually ill get it right and be at peace with myself Regards Nobody !!

[@victoriaoliveira6010]

I hear you and I see you!! It’s never to late to try again❤

[@RubixLittlechild]

I can be a friend if u need one. I’m This too!

[@Imiface]

Another anxiously attached man here. My 9 year old marriage has just ended not long ago and I only came to learn that I'm anxiously attached towards the end of the marriage. During most of the marriage it wasn't an issue and actually it wasn't the core reason why the marriage ended, but right now when I try my first steps at dating, I definitely feel the same old anxiety hitting me. After few weeks of texting and only one date with a girl I anxiously wait her to call or text me and creating scenarios of how the whole thing will fail... It's just crazy that eventually all those things in life will come back haunting you until you don't fix them. But it's never too late. Thank you for the video.

[@jmarie1831]

Wow I’m in the same predicament right now. I just ended a 9yr old marriage and met a guy and now I’m emotionally a mess. Wondering if he likes me, when he’s going to call. It’s an awful feeling. I just recently learned that I have anxious attachment. Im working really hard on myself and I can’t wait to feel more secure about myself. I wish you the best of luck in your journey. We will get through this 😊

[@Imiface]

@@jmarie1831 Thank you for the kind words. :) 4 months now passed since my comment and after working hard and consistently on my attachment issues I can definitely feel improvement! :) Meditation, mindfulness techniques, focusing on myself, hitting the gym regularly, finding new hobbies - they indeed do work! Don't give up hope and be present, be consistent, and be kind to yourself! I wish you all the best. :)

[@lb9320]

I definitely lost my best relationship over both my anxious attachment style and my partners fearful avoidant style. It was a terrible combo. But part of me hopes if we both work on ourselves we might cross paths again one day. I love your video!

[@universaltruth2025]

That’s my husband and I (I think - actually he’s a complete mystery to me). Its not a great combo tbh - he has very few emotional needs and I have far too many.

[@Itisheylel]

I was so tired of watching self-help videos like this ,_, most of them made me feel like there’s really something wrong with me and it’s all my fault that I’m in this mess. I’m so happy I tried one more time and listened carefully to everything you say. You’re on point about everything. It almost felt like you were reading my palm 🤭. I know I have this unhealthy attachment style that I got from childhood, and it was never my intention fo be toxic to everyone I love. It’s hard hearing all this in such a straightforward manner because it’s the truth. No one’s responsible for our emotions but ourselves. I have more to say, but I’m just gonna bid my greatest gratitude and best wishes to you. Thank you so much from the bottom of my exhausted heart 💕

[@illy_lia]

Damn this is hard, i got really emotional watching this. I got anxious attachment because he actually hurts me when i actually am secure in the first place.

[@ArielKrei]

This is beautiful. Seriously so well said. I am going to listen to this every single morning unit I can confidently say I’m better. It’s so hard but I know I can do it. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@stardustNine]

Wow. I honestly feel like this is one of the most important videos I've ever watched in my life. This helps me make so much sense of the pain and unhappiness I have been perpetuating in my life over and over. I've been so confused not understanding why nothing is getting better for me. Now I finally see it and I can begin to correct it. Thank you❤️🙏

[@te7605]

Wow! I have never heard anyone break me down like you do in these videos...not even therapists do this. I prayed for God to direct me to the people online who can help me heal this part of my life. I am at that stage where I've had enough of myself and had enough of slowly killing myself with this. Thank you so much. I will be purchasing the books.

[@momochia1565]

this video tells so much about me that i couldnt help crying while watching it. anxious attachment is really tiring and suffocating... thank you for sharing this.

[@thomasgrabowski2202]

My ex was an anxious attachment I still love her but she just DROWNED me in her attachment and felt so suffocated. I made a promise to love her no matter what but she ended up being so insecure and jealous that eventually she just wanted to end things as hard as it was for her but jesus christ.....I really don't understand anxious attachments. Hopefully she finds healing but I need to focus on myself now. Because, it's my life now.

[@sallyjrwjrw6766]

You cannot love someone past their pain. They have to do their own work to be able to love themselves. You cannot fix someone who is broken.

[@garbaczzoltan6255]

Wow, I don’t think there was one point that didn’t fit. I cannot stop crying right now. And yes, anxious attachment style sucks. You are truly amazing. I really appreciate your video! Thank you! ❤

[@evanstone7656]

Literally the same man. Let's heal. We got this !

[@MATILDOLL]

Me too. This is therapy.

[@isabelleclouser6942]

This video BROKE me and humbled me so much.

[@PrachiNadk]

This video snapped me out of my delusional anxiety I was feeling about a specific person. THANK YOU. I just came across your videos but I will be watching more and more. Thank you I really needed this babe! Wow I have had major anxious attachment from childhood abandonment and I didn’t realize some of it was still stuck in me despite all the healing I’ve done. ❤

[@rockyrose4774]

The Universe brought this video to my page and I was just sobbing the whole time. Thank you for making this. I intend to practice secure attachment because I don’t deserve to suffer from my attachments

[@Golf2foto]

I’ve been on a healing journey for several years now and can gladly say that I forgave myself for engaging in relationships with avoidant men and pushing away those with secure attachment styles. I reached a point where I feel free from baggage from the past. In this spiritual journey, I met a man who is securely attached and have been enjoying the peace, calmness and trust I feel with him. I enjoy him clearly and openly showing that he’s interested and by treating me with respect and care. As someone from a broken home, suffering from loneliness all my life, this is new to me but I’ve been enjoying it and it feels wonderful to finally experience what I’ve longed for for so long. I want to be honest however: the catalyst of my healing was becoming a mother and raising my daughter by myself. Through being a mother I learnt how to love myself and set boundaries with others. I learnt to let go of unhealthy relationships in order to protect her. I experienced how healing it is to love unconditionally. She brought me closer to God and I am so grateful that God sent me her and showed me that He cared all this time about me. ❤ praying for everyone longing for healing and love. 🙏

[@katkatkat5]

I would say do your best to heal your anxious attachment and also realize that it is so important to find a good match. The right man will not mind you being anxious and seeking validation SOMETIMES. Learn to spot avoidance red flags and untrustworthiness in potential partners early on. If I had seen and recognized the red flags early on (first date he was LATE!) I would have spared myself much heartache. However I do not regret the relationship as it taught me so much.

[@meganmiles4941]

I've been struggling so hard in my relationship and I just feel awful. Amd it's not because of my partner. Because he is doing healthy things, and has boundaries. It's because of my anxious attachment. Thank you so much for this video It brought me relief. I've gotten all 3 books, and I'm working on becoming secured I wish I could hug you.thank you

[@sonwabisedzidzi]

You have single handedly changed my life and put a literal mirror before me. You have a gift of wisdom and have afforded me the opportunity to process my recent separation in the healthiest manner of self exploration and growth. Thank you.

[@heavensfallin]

This feels like a healed person’s advice to their older self. Firm yet kind. Thank you!

[@porter8883]

I didn’t even know I was an anxious attachment style until this video. My girlfriend went on a long work trip and didn’t respond for a few days. I then went on a spiral of emotions and watched many videos on relationships. Thank god I stumbled upon this video. Made me worry way less! she then responded back and said “sorry for not texting back I was super busy” and that was such a relief I really had nothing to worry about. Thank you for helping me process these emotions! LMAOOO she cheated dudes and I have now broken up with her.

[@marissacruz3849]

I’m gonna be slightly honest and say a few days not responding isn’t ok. Just my opinion. I guess it depends on how long you have been together ect but a quick text only takes a few minutes

[@anusha2465]

Make sure if the behaviour is not consistent

[@sarahjaye4117]

@@marissacruz3849 I agree if you’re in a stupid relationship I’d be worried there was an accident I always just ask let me know when you arrive so I can know that you’re safe

[@dachater1]

This sucks

[@nyx4323]

No because I saw your first comment and I was surprised she wouldn’t reach out to you. And then I saw your edit and realized 😭😭

[@elle-ih8iz]

I usually dont comment, but i have to tell you thank you, you showed in my life in the right moment, a real life saver I appreciate it

[@yourmarriagevillage7204]

As a licensed therapist who specializes in attachment therapy, I must say that you did a fantastic job explaining the anxious attachment style and I love your examples to overcome. Very practical. I will be sharing this with my clients. It helps sometimes when clients hear from people who have overcome. Blessings!

[@mattw-cx50]

It's so incredibly ironic how we, through trying to protect ourselves from future pain, end up creating a monster for us to battle against in the present. And that monster's name is Anxious Insecure Attachment. Thank you for all your brilliant insights into slaying this beast once and for all.