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#150: Attachment Theory: What It Is and Why It Matters | Kirsty Nolan

#150: Attachment Theory: What It Is and Why It Matters | Kirsty Nolan

Update: 2025-06-04

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What is attachment theory? How does your attachment style impact your relationships? As an expert in attachment theory, Kirsty Nolan joins us to discuss all of that, plus:

The four attachment styles
What happens when you have a secure attachment early in childhood, but later experience a rupture because of trauma, like your parents’ divorce
Tips on resolving conflict, specifically how to repair after a rupture

If you’re curious about attachment styles or just want a healthy relationship, this episode is for you.

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