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“He's just taking me fishing to make me feel better...
I wish we could be home more
….
Is my foot sinking?
….
Oh...
I think I caught something!"
— 8
From infancy to adulthood we live through difficult circumstances. Oftentimes to survive, bits of thoughts and conditioning break down within our subconscious and create behavior patterns that mold us into who we are. As time passes these behavioral molds can begin to harden, creating a shell that can be difficult to break out of. Many times individuals can be unaware of these behavioral patterns, especially if they are rooted in infancy/childhood. Making intimacy, friendships, and other relationships difficult to navigate.
More about Attachment Theory
Books:
The Power of Attachment by Diane Pool Heller
Strange Situation: A Mother’s Journey into the Science of Attachment
Podcast:
Attachment Theory in Action
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