You’ve always been the one who gets it done—the problem solver, the caretaker, or highly self-reliant. But under that strong exterior, there’s a part of you that feels anxious, unseen, or unsure in your closest relationships.
In this episode, we’re diving into the paradox of being a strong, high-achieving woman with anxious attachment tendencies, and the desire to feel TRULY seen and rest into a man. We’ll explore:
✔️ Why does “the capable one” get overlooked
✔️ Which past experiences of self-reliance create barriers to intimacy, and how can they be overcome
✔️ How can women who are used to "holding it all together" can learn to receive love and care
✔️ Why it’s so hard to ask for help or admit when you’re struggling
✔️ Practical ways to create partnerships where both supported and cherishedYou’ve always been the one who gets it done—the problem solver, the caretaker, or highly self-reliant. But under that strong exterior, there’s a part of you that feels anxious, unseen, or unsure in your closest relationships.
In this episode, we’re diving into the paradox of being a strong, high-achieving woman with anxious attachment tendencies, and the desire to feel TRULY seen and rest into a man. We’ll explore:
✔️ Why does “the capable one” get overlooked
✔️ Which past experiences of self-reliance create barriers to intimacy, and how can they be overcome
✔️ How can women who are used to "holding it all together" can learn to receive love and care
✔️ Why it’s so hard to ask for help or admit when you’re struggling
✔️ Practical ways to create partnerships where both supported and cherished
Resources Mentioned:
Quiz - Which Anxious Attachment Archetype Are You I mentioned the Calm and Collected Overthinker and the main aligning fit for this topic.
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