In this episode, I share 5 ways in how you can best support your avoidant partner. We go deep into understanding their attachment traumas, the result of these traumas, and how other attachment types (especially anxious styles) can live more harmoniously with their avoidant partner.
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Apr 21
Building Connection From Stability, Not Emotional Need
Why do we crave connection so deeply… yet feel so unstable in relationships?In this episode, I dive into the difference between seeking love from emotional need versus a grounded, secure place within yourself. I share my personal journey—from feeling anxious, reactive, and lost i ... Show More
15m 43s
Mar 29
The Avoidant Experience: Love, Numbness & Inner Conflict With Bilnita Armstead
In this episode, I sit down with Bilnita Armstead, a listener of the podcast, who shares her experience navigating a dismissive/fearful avoidant attachment style. We talk about how early relationship patterns, often learned from our parents, shaped her view of love and connection ... Show More
36m 39s
Mar 20
The Attachment Rollercoaster: How to Feel Without Losing Control
In this episode, we explore why love can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—full of intense highs and painful lows. You’ll learn how different attachment styles shape your reactions in relationships and, more importantly, how to stay grounded, self-regulate, and feel deeply wit ... Show More
15m 38s
Jul 2022
43 - The disorganized and fearful avoidant attachment style ft. Dr Tari Mack
The attachment style - fearful avoidant, also known as ‘disorganized’ is often overlooked. Do you feel like you want to be close to people and want their love, but when you get close, you feel like it is a dangerous space to be in? Maybe you push people away before they can push ... Show More
33m 29s
Feb 2024
The Manxiety Podcast: The Anxiety of a Trauma Bond
Today, I am excited to share with you the first episode of The Manxiety Podcast, hosted by my colleague, Dr. Nima Rahmany.
As I will be an occasional guest on the show, I'm thrilled to kick off our dialogue with a deep dive into the complex topic of trauma bonds.
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43m 25s
<p>In today's episode, I’m sharing five communication and conflict mistakes that I often see people making in relationships and what you can do instead to bridge a positive connection with your partner.</p><p><b>We'll cover:</b></p><ul><li>Why we shouldn’t avoid the har ... Show More
<p><a href='https://stephanierigg.com/secure-self-challenge'>✨ Last chance to join the 28-day Secure Self Challenge ✨</a></p><p>If you've ever come across standard "self-love" advice and it hasn't really landed for you, you're not alone. As great as it wo ... Show More
