Brianne Davis
Brianne Davis
Dismissive Avoidant
Dismissive Avoidant
Dismissive Avoidant
Monday 19th August 2024
Brianne Davis-Gantt unpacks the complexities of dismissive avoidant attachment styles, offering insights and practical advice for navigating these challenging relationships.
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18 minutes
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Honest
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Compassionate
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Episode Overview
- Dismissive avoidants often start relationships with intense affection but withdraw emotionally over time.
- They prioritise independence and suppress their emotions, making deep connections difficult.
- Recognising red flags like emotional downplaying and avoidance can help you identify dismissive avoidants.
- Contrasts between dismissive and fearful avoidants offer deeper understanding of different attachment styles.
- Practical advice is provided for dealing with dismissive avoidants in relationships.
They make themselves look very available at the beginning...and then they get busier and busier once you get to know them
Ever wondered why some people seem to pull away just when things start to get serious? In this episode of the Secret Life podcast, Brianne Davis-Gantt breaks down the perplexing behaviours of dismissive avoidant attachment styles. With her signature blend of empathy and humour, Brianne explores how these individuals often start relationships with intense affection, only to retreat emotionally as things progress.
You'll learn about the tell-tale signs of a dismissive avoidant, from their tendency to prioritise independence to their knack for avoiding deep emotional connections. Brianne also contrasts dismissive avoidants with fearful avoidants, shedding light on how each type handles intimacy and relationships differently. Through real-life anecdotes and practical advice, she helps you recognise red flags and understand the underlying fears driving these behaviours.
Whether you're dating someone with a dismissive avoidant style or trying to understand your own attachment patterns, this episode offers invaluable insights. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that could change the way you approach relationships.