In this episode of Unfck Your Relationships, I'm breaking down the blind spots of the dismissive avoidant attachment style. If you've ever felt confused about why you (or your partner) shut down, withdraw, or over-rely on logic in relationships, this episode will give you clarity and a new way forward.

Here's what I dive into:

• Logic vs. Love – Why relying on logic and analysis won't create real intimacy.
• Where It Starts – How childhood environments that dismissed emotions shaped these defense patterns.
• The Hidden Cycle – How conflicts get rationalized away, leading to the same fights and disconnection repeating.
• Cut Off From Pain – Why avoiding your emotions also cuts you off from your body's wisdom and intuition.
• The Path Forward – Learning to balance logic with emotion, validate your own needs, and stay in connection even when it feels uncomfortable.

This episode is for both dismissive avoidants who want to understand themselves better, and anxious partners who are trying to make sense of their avoidant loved ones. My goal is to bring empathy, clarity, and practical tools to both sides so you can create more safety and connection.

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