Autism and Attachment In Relationships & Friendships
Attachment theory is one of the most widely accepted frameworks for understanding relationships. We’re told that we are either secure, anxious, avoidant or disorganised, neat boxes that explain why someone pulls away, clings tightly, fears abandonment or struggles with intimacy. As helpful as attachment theory can be, labels can never capture the full complexity of the human experience, especially when you are neurodivergent. In this blog we explore the core beliefs and needs underlying behaviour to understand the differences.
How To Navigate Family Relationships When You Have Different Beliefs
Whether it be family members with opposing politic views, partners with core value differences, or friends with polarising beliefs, many of us navigate relationships across real differences that go against our core values. It can feel impossible to stay connected when such powerful and emotional beliefs are being challenged, and indeed it is challenging. This blog explores the process of repair after rupture and how to handle these types of family dynamics.
Why Avoidant Attachment makes us run from Healthy Relationships?
Why do we pull away just when things feel safe? Avoidant attachment can make healthy love feel threatening, unfamiliar or even suffocating. Explore the hidden fears behind the reactions, how early experiences shape our nervous system and what we can do about it.
Toxic Relationships & Trauma Bonds
Toxic relationships and trauma bonds can feel impossible to leave, they create powerful and intense dynamics that feel addictive rather that safe and consistent. In this blog article we explore why we are attracted to these relationships, types of trauma bonds and how to build healthier connections.
Blindsiding Breakups: Coping with the pain of being discarded
Have you ever been caught off guard by a sudden ending, breakup or discard? Being blindsided can leave deep emotional scars. Understanding why these events are so painful, and learning about the 7 stages of healing, can help you process the experience and start rebuilding the trust in yourself and future relationships.