#168: How to Support an Avoidant Partner to Open Up| Listen on Anghami

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"How do I support my AVOIDANT partner in opening up?"

You long for more emotional intimacy in your relationship but your partner avoids deeper conversations? This is where we talk about what you can do to support your partner feeling safe! ❤️ Listen to the <a href="https://open.spotify.co ... Show More

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Every worry you're "settling" if you stay with your partner? You're not alone: this thought process isn't your fault and it has good reason for being there-- but there are a ton of ways it isn't helpful when looking at relationships, especially for someone that struggles with rel ... Show More

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Opening up about a past "situationship" was incredibly difficult (or should I say embarrassing), but I really wanted to share with you all how that experience illuminated my insecure attachment patterns and codependent behaviors that I was completely unaware of.What is a situatio ... Show More

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#168: How to Support an Avoidant Partner...