Why are some people more emotionally attached to stuff than others? The key may be our attachment styles that were developed from infancy and childhood.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the four attachment styles, how they impact our relationships as an adult, and three reasons why an insecure attachment style may play a part in emotional attachment and potentially sabotage our decluttering efforts.

Resources Mentioned:

Attachment Styles and How They Affect Adult Relationships

Why We Become So Attached to Our Belongings

Insecure attachment style is on the rise for American students - 2014 study

Brain registers things we own as an extension of ourselves - 2013 study

Buying stuff is a “psychological salve” that can give us the comfort relationships lack - 2017 study

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Related Episodes:

Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try

Episode 24: Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You Declutter

Episode 32: Stop Believing These 7 Lies About Your Stuff

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