Attachment styles are a major topic in today’s culture, especially with when it comes to romantic relationships. Many wonder how we get them and if everyone has them? The answer is yes, we all have one and they can affect the way we interact with other people. A secure attachment style is the most desirable one to have because it means you feel comfortable depending on others for emotional support, but you also give help when needed. Insecure attachment styles often lead to anxiety, fear of abandonment or rejection, and not being able to trust anyone that comes into your life. Luckily, attachment styles can change and this blog will show you how.

Sometimes, all it takes is time. Being in a relationship with a securely attached individual might lead to emotional intimacy, a sense of calmness and stability. Just as in the case of being around someone with bad habits can influence your behavior in negative ways, being around someone with a secure attachment can also rub off on you!

The act of being around someone with a secure attachment style might lead to a change in your perception and the formation of new habits and routines. While other times, you may need to work harder on your attachment issues.

However, if your insecure attachment style has been with you for a long time or the change is not happening naturally, then it may be possible that some form of therapy or other treatment would help. Attachment styles are formed from childhood experiences and sometimes they need to be re-evaluated in order to change them.

You cannot change your past, but you can make a conscious effort going forward.

Understanding how you connect with your loved ones, especially your partner, is essential for healing an insecure attachment style.

It may be difficult to grow into a more mature individual if you don’t understand your behavioral patterns and are unconscious of them. Self-reflection is critical. Analyzing and making sense of your childhood experiences is also a crucial stage in the process.

Recognizing that bad experiences in the past do not have to predict your present and future behavior will make it simpler to break free from conventional behavioral patterns and routines.

Ultimately, you must put in the effort, whether you’re trying to make your anxious-avoidant relationship work or if you want to change your attachment style. Try seeking help from someone you trust, like a friend, a therapist, or other professional. It won’t happen overnight, so remember that perseverance and consistency are key.