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Oct 2024
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The Science of Attachment | Thais Gibso...

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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Breaking the Cycle

In this episode of the Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show, I sit down with the incredible Thais Gibson, an expert in attachment theory and personal development. Together, we dive deep into the fascinating world of attachment styles and explore how early childhood experiences shape our emotional patterns, relationships, and even our overall health.

We cover:

  • The four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, dismissive avoidant, and fearful avoidant (disorganized)
  • How attachment styles influence adult romantic and social relationships
  • The role of childhood experiences and caregivers in shaping these attachment patterns
  • Practical steps to identify and rewire insecure attachment styles for healthier relationships

Whether you're looking to better understand your relationship dynamics or improve your mental and emotional health, this episode is packed with actionable insights and tools to help you build more secure, fulfilling connections.

Who is Thais Gibson?

Thais Gibson, counselor and co-founder of The Personal Development School, is THE leading expert in attachment theory and her cutting-edge research is extending the frontier of psychology with her modern Integrated Attachment Theory. It was widely accepted that your attachment style was set for life, but Thais’ research shows that you can actually CHANGE your attachment style, improving your romantic relationships, close family connections, and friendships. Thais is a powerhouse, recently appearing on The Mel Robbins Podcast, has over 230k subscribers on YouTube, more than 60k followers on Instagram, was a keynote speaker for Google’s International Women’s Day, and The Personal Development School has over 30,000 members in 115 countries.


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