Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
9 Strategies for Addressing Abandonment Anxiety_ Quickstart Guide
9 Strategies for Addressing Abandonment Anxiety_ Quickstart Guide
9 Strategies for Addressing Abandonment Anxiety_ Quickstart Guide
Wednesday 14th July 2021
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes shares tips for overcoming abandonment anxiety, focusing on self-love, communication, and setting healthy boundaries.
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Get the buttons here!Conquering Abandonment Anxiety: Insights from Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Secure attachment is the opposite of insecurity and fear of abandonment.
Feeling abandoned can be one of the most challenging emotions to handle. In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes shares her wisdom on overcoming abandonment anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of building secure attachments, starting with self-love. Dr. Snipes suggests practical steps like being consistent with oneself, regularly checking in, and being mindful of personal thoughts and needs.
She also tackles negative thinking patterns, such as mind-reading and catastrophic thinking, offering strategies to break free from these habits. Effective communication is another cornerstone of her advice. Dr. Snipes explains how to differentiate between rejecting behaviors and rejecting a person, which can significantly improve relationships. Authenticity and mindfulness are key themes as she encourages listeners to evaluate their thoughts and feelings within their context. Setting healthy boundaries is also crucial. Dr.
Snipes provides tips on creating and maintaining these boundaries while making reciprocal adjustments in relationships. For those looking to dive deeper, she offers practical journal prompts and additional resources to explore these strategies further. This episode is packed with actionable advice that can help anyone struggling with abandonment anxiety. Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem or trying to improve your relationships, Dr. Snipes' insights offer a roadmap to emotional resilience.