No one wakes up one day and thinks, “Hmm, I can be pretty avoidant at times.” Coming to this realization can be a real slog, and often it’s only feedback from others that even gets us to think about what kind of attachment style we have. Relationships are where avoidant
Avoidant Attachment: Close, but Not Too Close
We all practice avoidance. Whether it’s keeping away from a person you don’t enjoy being around, avoiding certain foods for health reasons, or steering clear of a congested road during your commute, it’s not hard to argue the fact that avoidance is a smart option. Truly, avoidance can be an
Too Afraid to Care: Avoidant Attachment
For those who have an avoidant attachment style, caring comes at a significant emotional cost. “It’s always been hard for me to get close to people. I have this wall that goes up. Maybe it’s never completely down. I know it’s frustrated my wife. I’ve been accused of not feeling,