The Role of Criticism in Anxious-Avoidant Dynamics

Today's episode is all about the role of criticism in anxious-avoidant dynamics. Both anxious and avoidant people have been known to deploy criticism as a strategy to manage fears and self-protect in relationships - but this will often look different (and be motivated by different drives) on each side.  One thing's for sure: no matter how it shows up, criticism is really harmful to relationships - so if this is something you struggle with, you've come to the right place. We'll cover:how anxiously attached people use criticism as a protest behaviour criticism as a way to convey our hurthow avoidant people use criticism to sow seeds of doubt and create distancehow to identify the needs underlying our criticism so we can communicate in a healthier way💸 🎉 50% OFF SALE - use code HEYBABY to save 50% off any of the following: Building Trust Masterclass How to Navigate Anxious-Avoidant Relationships Masterclass Better Boundaries Masterclass Sex & Attachment Masterclass Secure Together Relationship Course Higher Love Break-up Course Further Links & Resources Explore my library of free guides, classes & meditations Check out my couples course, Secure Together (& save $200 with the code SECURE) Save $150 on my Higher Love break-up course with the code PHOENIX Follow me on Instagram: @stephanie__rigg & @onattachment Visit my website