High Performers Explained
High performers often develop specific attachment styles as a survival mechanism, shaped by past traumas and societal pressures. While anxious attachment may lead some to seek approval, others may adopt an avoidant style, prioritizing strategy and self-reliance over emotional bonds. This adaptation can drive high functioning in competitive environments, as stress and survival instincts push individuals to excel in finance and strategy, even at the cost of emotional well-being.In this clip
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The Mark Groves Podcast
#412: Navigating Avoidant Attachment: Intimacy, Dopamine, & Emotional Disconnect w/ Adam Lane Smith
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Why do people become avoidant, and how can I understand avoidant attachment in a partner as explained in the episode #412: Navigating Avoidant Attachment: Intimacy, Dopamine, & Emotional Disconnect w/ Adam Lane Smith and the clip Understanding Avoidant Attachment?
When does an avoidant attachment style become an avoidant personality disorder according to the episode #412: Navigating Avoidant Attachment: Intimacy, Dopamine, & Emotional Disconnect w/ Adam Lane Smith and the clip Understanding Attachment Theory?