If you’ve ever felt like you’re asking for “too much” while your partner feels overwhelmed by emotional closeness, you may be caught in the anxious–avoidant attachment cycle. In this episode, we break down how anxious and avoidant attachment styles trigger each other’s deepest wounds—creating a loop of pursuit, withdrawal, resentment, and longing. We’ll explore what’s really happening beneath the surface, why logic doesn’t fix attachment pain, and what healing looks like for both sides of the dynamic. This episode blends attachment theory with compassion, clarity, and practical insight for anyone wanting healthier, more secure relationships.

Further reading: Attached by Amir Levine & Rachel Heller and Secure Love by Julie Menanno.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you’re experiencing a crisis or need immediate help, please contact a licensed mental health professional or a local emergency service. Resources To locate crisis intervention services in different states, consider the following resources: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: This nationwide service connects individuals to local crisis centers. By dialing 988, you'll be routed to a crisis center in your area. For a directory of crisis centers by state and U.S. territory, visit their Crisis Centers by State and U.S. Territory page. State and Local Health Departments: Many state health departments provide information on mental health services and crisis intervention. For example, the Texas Health and Human Services website offers details on crisis services available within the state.211 Information and Referral Services: By dialing 211, you can access information about local resources, including mental health and crisis intervention services. This service is available in many areas across the United States. ⁠Wikipedia⁠ National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI provides resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges. Their Crisis Intervention page offers information on crisis services and how to find local support. These resources can help you identify and connect with crisis intervention services tailored to specific states or regions.

If deep breathing doesn’t help when you’re spiraling—or journaling feels impossible when you’re overwhelmed—you’re not broken. You just need more tools. In this episode, we talk about building a flexible mental health toolkit and why different seasons, triggers, and emotions require different strategies. We unpack emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and somatic tools and help you learn how to choose the right one when life gets loud.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you’re experiencing a crisis or need immediate help, please contact a licensed mental health professional or a local emergency service. Resources To locate crisis intervention services in different states, consider the following resources: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: This nationwide service connects individuals to local crisis centers. By dialing 988, you'll be routed to a crisis center in your area. For a directory of crisis centers by state and U.S. territory, visit their Crisis Centers by State and U.S. Territory page. State and Local Health Departments: Many state health departments provide information on mental health services and crisis intervention. For example, the Texas Health and Human Services website offers details on crisis services available within the state.211 Information and Referral Services: By dialing 211, you can access information about local resources, including mental health and crisis intervention services. This service is available in many areas across the United States. ⁠Wikipedia⁠ National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI provides resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges. Their Crisis Intervention page offers information on crisis services and how to find local support. These resources can help you identify and connect with crisis intervention services tailored to specific states or regions.

Shame is often mistaken for motivation or accountability, but in reality, it erodes self-trust and keeps us disconnected from ourselves and others. In this episode, we explore how shame develops, how it lives in the body and nervous system, and why understanding it is key to real change. We talk about separating behavior from identity, practicing accountability without cruelty, and learning to respond to ourselves the way we would someone we love. This episode is an invitation to soften the inner dialogue and create space for healing.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you’re experiencing a crisis or need immediate help, please contact a licensed mental health professional or a local emergency service. Resources To locate crisis intervention services in different states, consider the following resources: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: This nationwide service connects individuals to local crisis centers. By dialing 988, you'll be routed to a crisis center in your area. For a directory of crisis centers by state and U.S. territory, visit their Crisis Centers by State and U.S. Territory page. State and Local Health Departments: Many state health departments provide information on mental health services and crisis intervention. For example, the Texas Health and Human Services website offers details on crisis services available within the state.211 Information and Referral Services: By dialing 211, you can access information about local resources, including mental health and crisis intervention services. This service is available in many areas across the United States. ⁠Wikipedia⁠ National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI provides resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges. Their Crisis Intervention page offers information on crisis services and how to find local support. These resources can help you identify and connect with crisis intervention services tailored to specific states or regions.