107. Understanding Attachment Styles, Breaking Free from Unhealthy Relationships & Processing Grief with Dr. Morgan Anderson

The Big Silence

Today, we welcome the inspiring and relatable Dr. Morgan Anderson to the show – a distinguished clinical psychologist, relationship coach, leading attachment theory expert, and author of the relationship self-help book, Love Magnet.

Dr. Morgan has dedicated her career to unraveling the intricacies of love and connection, bringing over a decade of practical experience to her role as a relationship expert, and shaping the discourse around modern dating and relationships. Dr. Morgan empathically guides individuals through her method, blending the science of attachment theory with real-world insights for amazing results.

In this vulnerable and heartfelt conversation, Dr. Morgan opens up about her own experiences with loss and grief at a young age which led her on a mental health journey and mission to help others. She breaks down the hallmarks of attachment styles and provides actionable tips for breaking free of old patterns and moving towards a secure attachment style.

We also talk about the importance of learning how to self-regulate and set up a culture for your relationship around your shared goals and values – just like you would with a business or brand!

Dr. Morgan also opens up about an incredibly important mental health topic: loss of a loved one by suicide. She talks about how this loss motivated her desire to help people have healthy relationships, and shares her advice for communicating your concern with a loved one who’s trapped in an unhealthy scenario.

This conversation is full of incredibly helpful advice for anyone looking to understand their attachment style and dive deeper into healing. This is your reminder that you are worthy of a loving, secure relationship!

(00:04:42) Dr. Morgan’s Personal Journey of Loss, Grief & Healing

(00:12:02) Exploring Attachment Styles: Anxious, Avoidant & Disorganized

(00:21:14) Tips for Moving to a More Secure Attachment Style

(00:27:13) Cultivating a Healthy Relationship Through Self-Regulation Practices

(00:37:38) Creating Your Relationship Culture & Navigating Hard Times in a Healthy Way

(00:42:53) A Compassionate Conversation Around Losing a Loved One by Suicide

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Guest Info:

• Website: drmorgancoaching.com

• Facebook: Dr. Morgan Coaching

• Instagram: @drmorgancoaching

• YouTube: Dr. Morgan TV

• Podcast: Let’s Get Vulnerable

• Read: Love Magnet by Dr. Morgan Anderson

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