The way we attach in early childhood has long lasting effects on how we create and maintain relationships in adulthood. This episode explores and explains dismissive attachment style, how it can effect our love life, and what to do if it resonates with you. Join Las Vegas Marriage and Family Therapist Jacent Wamala discussing her initial tips on managing a dismissive attachment style.

"I'd rather not depend on others or have other depend on me!"

-Dismissive Attachment

Resources Mentioned:

All About Attachment 

Anxious Attachment Style 

Your Brain On Love

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Key Takeaways: Anxious attachment is not a relationship death sentence. It can be managed so that you can have loving and fulfilling relationships.

Fears                                                       Needs

Fear of abandonment                             To know someone will always be there

Fear of rejection                                       To know you are acceptable

Fear of failure                                           To know you are successful

Fear of not being _ enough                  To know you are always enough

Attachment Styles

Secure

Anxious/Preoccupied

Avoidant/Dismissive

Disorganized/Unresolved

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