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Jul 2024
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Why Avoidants Might Sometimes Prefer Lim...

KATERINA ELEFTHERIOU
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In this episode, I discuss how limerence can sometimes be a more comfortable (although not healthy or sustainable) alternative to a proper relationship for those who have avoidance in their attachment style.

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To be clear, I am not a therapist! I am just very interested in and passionate about self-awareness and personal growth :)

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