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A few weeks ago I talked about avoidant attachment, but I realized I needed to take you deeper. There are actually two very different forms of avoidant attachment, and understanding the difference can completely change how you interpret your spouse’s behavior and how you respond to it.
In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the difference between dismissive avoidant and fearful avoidant attachment, how each one develops, and the specific ways they show up in marriage, especially after kids. I’m also sharing which one my spouse resonates with and how understanding this has changed the way we navigate conflict, emotions, and connection in our relationship.
If your partner withdraws, minimizes emotions, gets overwhelmed by big feelings, or swings between closeness and distance, this episode will help you finally understand why.
Tune in to discover:
• The core fear behind avoidant attachment and why it develops
• Key traits of dismissive avoidant partners and how they show up after kids
• Why fearful avoidant partners crave closeness but also pull away
• How these styles influence conflict, emotions, and communication
• Why understanding your partner’s pattern helps you respond with more confidence and care
Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:
https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call
The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system
Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie
Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids
By Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh5
6161 ratings
A few weeks ago I talked about avoidant attachment, but I realized I needed to take you deeper. There are actually two very different forms of avoidant attachment, and understanding the difference can completely change how you interpret your spouse’s behavior and how you respond to it.
In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the difference between dismissive avoidant and fearful avoidant attachment, how each one develops, and the specific ways they show up in marriage, especially after kids. I’m also sharing which one my spouse resonates with and how understanding this has changed the way we navigate conflict, emotions, and connection in our relationship.
If your partner withdraws, minimizes emotions, gets overwhelmed by big feelings, or swings between closeness and distance, this episode will help you finally understand why.
Tune in to discover:
• The core fear behind avoidant attachment and why it develops
• Key traits of dismissive avoidant partners and how they show up after kids
• Why fearful avoidant partners crave closeness but also pull away
• How these styles influence conflict, emotions, and communication
• Why understanding your partner’s pattern helps you respond with more confidence and care
Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:
https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call
The Us System: https://marriedafterkids.com/the-us-system
Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie
Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids

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