Keywords: attachment theory, anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, nervous system regulation, healing attachment, relationship anxiety, trauma and relationships, emotional regulation in adults
I used to think I needed better relationships.
Healthier partners. Better communication. Less confusion.
What I actually needed was a safer relationship with myself.
For years, I believed love was about effort; holding…
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Introduction
Before expecting effort, respect, or reciprocity from others, it’s crucial to ask yourself: Are you meeting your own standards first? The expectations we set for ourselves shape our self-worth, relationships, and overall success.
In psychology, this concept ties to self-concept theory, which suggests that how we perceive ourselves determines…
