Are You Avoidant In Your Relationship? Top 4 Signs

Dr Julie · 0:31

In this practice

Key teachings

Mindfulness and self-observation
Self-compassion and acceptance
Cultivating inner stability and safety

Ideal for

Individuals exploring attachment styles
Those seeking to improve relationship dynamics
Anyone looking to cultivate deeper self-connection

Lesson

Instructions

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Steps

Mindful breathing (Pranayama)
Meditation for self-inquiry
Gentle, grounding yoga poses
Heart-opening postures

Benefits

Increased emotional awareness
Reduced anxiety around intimacy
Enhanced self-understanding of attachment patterns
Improved emotional regulation
Cultivation of inner peace

Transcript

are you avoidant in your relationship I'm Dr Julie and here's my top four signs of an avoidant attachment style in adult relationships number four when your partner seeks intimacy with you the barriers go up and the more they try to get close the more you pull back number three you hold back on starting new relationships because it's so hard to trust people number two you sometimes end relationships to gain a sense of freedom and number one you keep your partner emotionally at arm's length because it feels safer but they often accuse you of being distant

Practice summary

Level: all levels
Duration: 25 minutes
Equipment: yoga matcushion or blanket
Target areas: mindnervous systemheart center
Energy: calming

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