Attachment theory is one of the most influential frameworks in psychology for understanding how people behave in their relationships with others. In this episode, Forrest and Dr. Jennie Rosier explore what attachment theory is, how we can identify our attachment style, and what we can do to build a healthier relationship with our own style and that of others ... Show More
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Limerence: The Psychology of Romantic Obsession with Brandy Wyant
Forrest and therapist Brandy Wyant discuss limerence, an intense and often one-sided state of romantic obsession. They explore how limerence differs from both love and ordinary crushes, why uncertainty fuels it, and how it can take over a person’s inner world. Brandy shares both ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 18
Mingyur Rinpoche: A Meditation Master on Anxiety, Awareness, and Awakening
Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Mingyur Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, to explore calming anxiety with awareness, relaxing unhealthy wanting, and finding a deeper sense of our innate goodness. Rinpoche shares how a near-death experience during his four-year “wa ... Show More
1h 8m
Aug 11
9 Lessons from the Great Minds of Psychoanalysis
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the evolution of psychoanalysis after Freud, highlighting key ideas from figures like Adler, Klein, Winnicott, and Hillman. They track how the field expanded from focusing on the individual ego all the way out to exploring the existential forces that ... Show More
1h 47m
Jul 2023
Therapist Reveals Why You Struggle With Relationships & How to Let More Love Into Your Life
In this episode, you are going to learn why you struggle in certain relationships and how to let more love in. Whether you struggle in your friendships or your romantic relationships, or you don’t feel connected to your family or the community where you live, today's conversation ... Show More
1h 3m
Mar 2024
Master Your Attachment Style and Accelerate Your Success | Dr. Judy Ho
In today’s episode, we tackle attachment with Dr. Judy Ho. Dr. Ho is a clinical neuropsychologist and a tenured professor and researcher at Pepperdine University, works as a forensic expert and media consultant, and last time she joined us to talk about her book, Stop Self-Sabota ... Show More
1h 4m
Oct 2022
#71: WTF Are Anxious & Avoidant Attachment Styles?!
You might've heard about Attachment Styles, but what ARE they really? What's it feel like being someone with Anxious vs. Avoidant style? Are we born with them, or do they develop?
Buckle up, because in this episode not only will you learn some fascinating "behind-the-s ... Show More
25m 30s
Feb 2024
Simplifying the Four Attachment Styles with Dr. Anita Knight Kuhnley
Dr. Anita Kuhnley is an author, esteemed scholar, expert counselor, and speaker who just released a book called “The Four Relationship Styles: How Attachment Theory Can Help in Your Search for Lasting Love.” We talk about: -The breakdown of each relationship style (aka attachment ... Show More
57m 58s
May 2022
#296 - Attachment Styles in Relationships
Why do we react the way we do? Attachment styles in relationships are a powerful force. Understanding your attachment style, as well as that of your partner, can help you create a more compassionate partnership. In this episode, you'll learn about attachment patterns, identify yo ... Show More
51m 26s
Nov 2023
Attachment Theory: Secrets to a Successful Relationship with Julie Menanno
The core idea of attachment theory is that humans, as social beings, have an innate need to form close emotional bonds and attachments with others. It has profound implications for understanding human relationships, including romantic partnerships, friendships, and parent-child r ... Show More
1h 5m