Attachment styles are often talked about — but rarely explained in a way that feels humane, accurate, and useful in real relationships.

In this long-form episode of The Unpolished Path, Melodie explores attachment through a trauma-informed, nervous-system lens, drawing from real couples and relationship coaching work.

Rather than labeling or pathologizing, this episode explains how anxious, dismissive-avoidant, fearful-avoidant, and secure attachment patterns form — and how they show up when connection feels threatened.

You’ll hear about: – Attachment as a safety strategy, not a personality trait – Why some people move toward closeness under stress – Why others pull away or shut down – How push–pull dynamics develop in relationships – What secure attachment actually looks like in real life – How awareness creates choice instead of blame

This episode is designed to help listeners understand themselves and their partners with more compassion — and less self-judgment.

A brief invitation is shared for listeners who want deeper support. Melodie offers individual and couples coaching, with sessions available to book through her Stan Store.