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Why Avoidant Men Struggle to Love (and How to Fix It)

Why Avoidant Men Struggle to Love (and How to Fix It)

Update: 2025-10-03
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Why do avoidant men struggle so much with love, vulnerability, and connection? 


In this video, we break down how avoidant attachment forms, why it creates barriers in relationships, and what can actually be done to move forward.


Topics Covered: 

👉 What is attachment?

👉The difference between secure and insecure attachment

👉 How avoidant attachment shows up in men’s behavior and language

👉 The hidden stress avoidant men experience (despite appearing calm)

👉 Disorganized attachment and its two subtypes: loud vs quiet

👉 Variations within avoidant men: ethical vs manipulative avoidant

👉 Practical steps to shift avoidant patterns and grow toward secure attachment

👉 Why rewiring attachment behaviors takes time and repetition

👉 A real-life case study of transforming attachment patterns


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If you enjoyed watching this episode, you might love 'Dr. Orion Taraban: Why Modern Men Are Failing at Intimacy'. Watch here: https://youtu.be/rYdzdGReDqg


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Why Avoidant Men Struggle to Love (and How to Fix It)

Why Avoidant Men Struggle to Love (and How to Fix It)

Adam Lane Smith & Andrey Korikov