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Attached: The New Science Of Adult Attachment And How It Can Help You Find--And Keep--Love
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A groundbreaking book that redefines what it means to be in a relationship.
--John Gray, PhD., bestselling author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus
Discover how an understanding of adult attachment--the most advanced relationship science in existence today--can help us find and sustain love. Pioneered by psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s, the field of attachment posits that each of us behaves in relationships in one of three distinct ways:
- Anxious people are often preoccupied with their relationships and tend to worry about their partner's ability to love them back- Avoidant people equate intimacy with a loss of independence and constantly try to minimize closeness.
- Secure people feel comfortable with intimacy and are usually warm and loving.
Attached guides readers in determining what attachment style they and their mate (or potential mate) follow, offering a road map for building stronger, more fulfilling connections with the people they love.
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Attached: The New Science Of Adult Attachment And How It Can Help You Find--And Keep--Love is 304 pages long.
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Wow
Derived From Web , Jun 6, 2021
One of the best books I have ever read. I wish someone had given this to me a long time ago. I feel like it makes sense that some relationships just can't maintain the right footing because of how hard you both try. The book is more eye opening than the 5 love languages. Had I known about the differences between anxious people and avoidants, I could have avoided a lot of negative self talk. It was like reading a book. I am thankful to the author. Everyone needs this book.
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It changed my life
Derived From Web , Nov 27, 2020
I wouldn't date anyone until they read the book. It has changed my understanding of myself and others. I want to read it before I get hurt. I realized that I am a textbook. All of us are. The knowledge and understanding of our reactions are the only things that can keep us from changing.
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Not a Healthy Way to Look at Relationships
Derived From Web , Jul 2, 2020
It has a very rigid view of what a successful relationship can be, and it makes clear distinctions between what is abusive and more of a normal issue. It tells the reader that avoidant and anxious types shouldn't date or be in a relationship together as if it's impossible. The book seems to cater to the anxious individual. It feels like it's biased.
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Finally some good guidance
Derived From Web , Jun 9, 2020
This book was recommended to me by my therapist. It was the best homework assignment ever. I think everything makes sense. My last few failed relationships weren't because I wasn't good enough. I'm anxious and they're avoidant. This book helped me relax. I need to get good at recognizing the signs and walking away before I fall into a trap. I'm getting there and this book is a huge help.
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I recommend this book often. Worth reading and re-reading.
Derived From Web , Feb 29, 2020
The dynamics of the various attachment styles are explained in the song "Attached". The descriptions gave me insights into how and why I show up or don't in relation to each of the different attachment styles, and I could see myself, friends, former intimate partners, and family members in them. I recommend this book for anyone who is confused by their own behaviors in relationships. I talk to friends about attachment wounding. There are attachment styles in relationships. Our upbringing can affect our approach to loving and allowing ourselves to be loved.
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Complex topic, easy read
Derived From Web , Oct 8, 2019
The authors were able to break down the topic into smaller pieces. The authors were not made up. They didn't preach from a higher perspective and were very forthcoming about their own pitfalls as humans. The material was well laid out and didn't have too much information to show off. They had the readers in mind, rather than their own ego. I was given words and encouragement that I needed to express my needs better. I finished the book in a day.
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These authors NAILED it!
Derived From Web , Apr 8, 2019
I feel like this book has changed my life and my potential for love, I am 100 pages in. It makes clear what I have suspected all along and makes it easy for me to take action. It is gold. It is important to have this kind of awareness in all your relationships. A huge thank you to the authors. I feel like I'm indebted forever.
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Eye Opening
Derived From Web , Nov 9, 2017
This book made me understand most of the relationships in my life better. I feel like I have a better idea of people's attachment styles and can decide if I want to involve myself in an ongoing romantic relationship with that person. I feel more secure now that I know what I'm doing.
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Paperback (January 5, 2012) remove $8.74
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