Are They Avoidant or An Asshole? with Ken Reid

Counselor Ken Reid joins us for an insightful discussion on attachment styles, particularly focusing on avoidant attachment. Ken delves into the complexities of avoidant and fearful-avoidant attachment styles, explaining their origins and how they manifest in adult relationships. He shares his personal journey and professional expertise, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and the challenges of healing from developmental trauma. The episode offers practical advice for those struggling with attachment issues, emphasizing the value of therapy and the need for a supportive network.Work with Ken's team at kenreidcounselling.com.au01:57 Personal Journey into Counseling04:10 Experiences with Avoidant Partners09:55 Attachment Styles Overview19:08 Challenges in Relationships with Avoidant Partners22:11 Communicating with Avoidant Partners25:06 Doing the Inner Work30:10 Understanding Avoidant Attachment31:06 The Importance of an Accountability Team33:01 Challenges in Therapy for Avoidant Attachments34:22 Finding Problems with Partners39:01 Attachment Styles and Adult Relationships47:47 Self-Sabotage and Healing Attachment WoundsWant to hear more of our episodes with therapists? This playlist has them all!Give your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Treat yourself and grab Banza, my favorite pasta (and pizza, and more!) made from chickpeas and filled with protein and fiber! Available at Whole Foods, Target, Walmart and Costco. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Counselor Ken Reid joins us for an insightful discussion on attachment styles, particularly focusing on avoidant attachment. Ken delves into the complexities of avoidant and fearful-avoidant attachment styles, explaining their origins and how they manifest in adult relationships. He shares his personal journey and professional expertise, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and the challenges of healing from developmental trauma. The episode offers practical advice for those struggling with attachment issues, emphasizing the value of therapy and the need for a supportive network.Work with Ken's team at kenreidcounselling.com.au01:57 Personal Journey into Counseling04:10 Experiences with Avoidant Partners09:55 Attachment Styles Overview19:08 Challenges in Relationships with Avoidant Partners22:11 Communicating with Avoidant Partners25:06 Doing the Inner Work30:10 Understanding Avoidant Attachment31:06 The Importance of an Accountability Team33:01 Challenges in Therapy for Avoidant Attachments34:22 Finding Problems with Partners39:01 Attachment Styles and Adult Relationships47:47 Self-Sabotage and Healing Attachment WoundsWant to hear more of our episodes with therapists? This playlist has them all!Give your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Treat yourself and grab Banza, my favorite pasta (and pizza, and more!) made from chickpeas and filled with protein and fiber! Available at Whole Foods, Target, Walmart and Costco. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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