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Are you dating a narcissist, or are they just avoidant?

One of the most common and confusing questions in relationships is whether someone is truly a narcissist—or if they simply have an insecure attachment style like dismissive or fearful avoidant. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais unpacks 9 key signs to help you tell the difference and avoid mislabeling your partner (or yourself).

✔️ The 9 diagnostic traits of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)

✔️ Why dismissive avoidants can seem similar—but are NOT narcissists

✔️ How fearful avoidants differ from narcissists in their emotional depth

✔️ The key difference between narcissistic entitlement vs. self-orientation

✔️ Why anxious attachment styles are often mistaken for narcissism

✔️ The biggest red flag that separates an insecure attachment from true narcissism

If you’ve ever wondered, “Are they emotionally unavailable or actually manipulative?”, this episode will help you identify the real patterns at play and protect yourself in relationships.

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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How do you reconnect with a dismissive avoidant partner?

If you've grown apart in your relationship or want to rekindle the spark after a breakup, it’s important to understand how dismissive avoidants connect and what makes them feel safe in relationships. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais and co-host Mike DiZio break down six key strategies to help you rebuild closeness and strengthen emotional intimacy with a dismissive avoidant partner.

✔️ How to meet a dismissive avoidant where they are without overstepping boundaries

✔️ The power of acknowledgment and appreciation in rebuilding trust

✔️ Why lightness, humor, and playfulness foster emotional safety

✔️ How to create connection without pressure or emotional overwhelm

✔️ The most meaningful ways to show support and selflessness in a relationship

✔️ Signs that a dismissive avoidant is actually healing and opening up

If you've ever wondered, “How do I get my dismissive avoidant partner to engage more?”, this episode will give you practical steps to create a deeper connection—while maintaining your own needs and boundaries.

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02:01 - 1 — Meeting Them Where They Are

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15:20 - 2 — Acknowledgment and Appreciation

20:47 - 3 — Incorporate Lightness and Humor

28:04 - 4 — Absence of Pressure

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37:36 - 5 — Supportiveness

41:03 - 6 — Selflessness

47:09 - Signs of Healing

50:40 - Conclusion

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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What was childhood really like for a fearful avoidant?

Fearful avoidant attachment, also known as disorganized attachment, is deeply shaped by unpredictability, chaos, and a lack of emotional safety in early life. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, we dive into the formative childhood experiences that create fearful avoidant attachment and explore why trust, stability, and emotional regulation feel so difficult in relationships.

✔️ The 3 major childhood factors that shape a fearful avoidant attachment style

✔️ Why hypervigilance and emotional unpredictability become survival strategies

✔️ How childhood instability, neglect, or parentification impact adult relationships

✔️ The connection between trust issues, fear of abandonment, and emotional dysregulation

✔️ A powerful reparenting exercise to start healing and shifting toward secure attachment

If you’ve ever wondered “Why do I struggle to trust people?” or “Why do I push people away when I want connection?”, this episode will help you understand your past and take the first steps toward healing.

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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Can you actually change your attachment style?

The short answer: YES! Attachment styles are not set in stone—they’re learned patterns that can be rewired with the right tools. Whether you struggle with anxious, avoidant, or fearful avoidant tendencies, this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast will show you how to reprogram your subconscious mind and create secure, fulfilling relationships.

✔️ How attachment styles are formed in early childhood

✔️ Why your subconscious mind keeps repeating old relationship patterns

✔️ The top 5 strategies to shift from insecure to secure attachment

✔️ How to heal emotional wounds and rebuild trust in relationships

✔️ Why mindset shifts and daily habits can rewire your attachment style

If you’ve ever felt trapped in unhealthy relationship cycles, this episode will give you actionable steps to start healing and create the love you deserve.

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Are they a dismissive avoidant or a narcissist?

Many people struggle to differentiate between dismissive avoidant attachment and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) because both can involve emotional distance, self-protection, and difficulty with vulnerability. However, these are fundamentally different psychological profiles.

In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, we break down the key differences between a dismissive avoidant attachment style and narcissistic personality disorder, explaining how to recognize each and how to navigate relationships with them effectively.

✔️ The core traits of dismissive avoidant attachment vs. narcissistic personality disorder

✔️ Why dismissive avoidants seem emotionally detached but aren't narcissists

✔️ How narcissists manipulate vs. how dismissive avoidants withdraw

✔️ The role of childhood experiences in shaping each personality type

✔️ How to protect your emotional well-being in relationships with either

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is my partner emotionally distant or actually narcissistic?”, this episode will help you distinguish between the two and provide tools for healthier connections.

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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Do you keep picking the wrong partners in love?

If you’ve ever wondered why you’re drawn to emotionally unavailable people, partners who don’t commit, or relationships that don’t fulfill you, this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast is for you.

Thais walks you through an eye-opening exercise to uncover why you keep choosing the wrong people and what you can do to finally break the cycle and attract healthy love.

✔️ Why your subconscious mind keeps choosing the same types of people

✔️ How your past wounds and self-relationship mirror your dating patterns

✔️ Why certain partners feel like “home” (even when they’re unhealthy)

✔️ The 3-column exercise to identify patterns and start choosing better partners

✔️ How to reprogram your subconscious and attract secure, emotionally available love

If you’ve ever felt like your picker is broken, this episode will help you gain clarity, break toxic cycles, and finally find the fulfilling relationship you deserve.

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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How do you know if your relationship can survive infidelity? Are you truly ready for marriage? How do you manage overwhelm? In this Q&A-style episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais and co-host Mike DiZio answer your biggest relationship and personal growth questions, providing deep insights, real-life experiences, and actionable strategies.

✔️ The hardest struggles of fearful avoidant (FA) and dismissive avoidant (DA) attachment styles

✔️ Why FA partners feel constantly dysregulated and how they can heal

✔️ Why DA partners struggle with emotional expression & avoid conflict

✔️ Can a relationship survive a major infidelity? The real steps to rebuilding trust

✔️ Signs you’re actually ready for marriage—beyond just commitment

✔️ How to handle overwhelm and burnout, plus expert strategies for emotional balance

If you’ve ever struggled with attachment wounds, relationship uncertainty, or emotional exhaustion, this episode is filled with honest insights and powerful tools to help you move forward.

00:00 - Intro

01:27 - 1 — What is the Hardest Part About Being Fearful Avoidant?

06:49 - 2 — What is the Hardest Part About Being Dismissive Avoidant?

19:28 - 3 — Can a Relationship Survive a Major Infidelity?

24:47 - 14-Day Free Trial

26:07 - 3 — Can a Relationship Survive a Major Infidelity? (Cont’d)

30:31 - Rocket Money

32:25 - 4 — When is Someone Ready for Marriage?

47:35 - 5 — What do You do When You are Feeling Very Overwhelmed?

56:19 - Conclusion

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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Are you in a relationship with a fearful avoidant partner?

If your partner seems to pull you in one moment and push you away the next, you might be struggling to understand their behavior. Fearful avoidant attachment—sometimes called anxious-avoidant attachment—is one of the most misunderstood attachment styles.

In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, we explore what your fearful avoidant partner wishes you knew, how they experience relationships, and what you can do to create healthy, secure connection.

✔️ Why fearful avoidants are hypervigilant in relationships

✔️ Why they crave love but fear deep intimacy

✔️ How past trauma shapes their trust issues and push-pull behavior

✔️ What fearful avoidants truly need in a relationship

✔️ How to communicate effectively and avoid emotional triggers

If you’ve ever felt confused, hurt, or unsure about your fearful avoidant partner’s actions, this episode is a must-listen!

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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Are you dating someone who pulls you in and then suddenly pushes you away?

Fearful avoidant attachment, also known as anxious-avoidant, is one of the most complex and emotionally turbulent attachment styles. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, we uncover what it’s like to date someone with a fearful avoidant attachment style, why they struggle with both intimacy and independence, and how to create a healthier relationship dynamic.

✔️ Why fearful avoidants crave closeness but fear vulnerability

✔️ The role of trauma and emotional chaos in shaping their attachment style

✔️ Common triggers that cause them to shut down or push people away

✔️ How to communicate effectively without triggering their fears

✔️ Key strategies to build trust and emotional security in your relationship

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why does my partner want closeness one moment and distance the next?”, this episode will give you deep insights into their behavior and practical tools to navigate these challenges.

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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