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The Fearful Avoidant & The 6 Stages Of A Relationship

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How does a fearful avoidant experience the six stages of a relationship?

Fearful avoidants go through unique emotional cycles in relationships, often fluctuating between deep connection and emotional withdrawal. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais breaks down how fearful avoidants move through each stage of a relationship, including the challenges they face and how to navigate these stages for a healthier, more secure connection.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ The 6 stages of a relationship and how fearful avoidants experience each one

✔️ Why they thrive in the dating phase but struggle with commitment

✔️ How fear of engulfment and abandonment plays out in relationships

✔️ Why the power struggle stage is make-or-break for fearful avoidants

✔️ How to move toward stability, deep commitment, and lasting love

✔️ Practical strategies for working through emotional triggers and avoidance

If you've ever been in a relationship with a fearful avoidant (or are one yourself), this episode will help you understand their patterns and how to navigate relationships more effectively.


Meet Your Host:

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

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💡 Take the Free Attachment Quiz:

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📖 Learning Love Book – The guide to healing attachment wounds:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

🎙️ More Podcast Episodes:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/podcast?page=1

📝 Read More on Our Blog:

https://blog.personaldevelopmentschool.com/


Follow Us on Social Media:

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

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🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool


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Get personalized courses, live webinars & Q&As, and FREE lifetime access to our Attachment Styles & Sex course with a 7-day free trial!

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

How does a fearful avoidant experience the six stages of a relationship?

Fearful avoidants go through unique emotional cycles in relationships, often fluctuating between deep connection and emotional withdrawal. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais breaks down how fearful avoidants move through each stage of a relationship, including the challenges they face and how to navigate these stages for a healthier, more secure connection.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ The 6 stages of a relationship and how fearful avoidants experience each one

✔️ Why they thrive in the dating phase but struggle with commitment

✔️ How fear of engulfment and abandonment plays out in relationships

✔️ Why the power struggle stage is make-or-break for fearful avoidants

✔️ How to move toward stability, deep commitment, and lasting love

✔️ Practical strategies for working through emotional triggers and avoidance

If you've ever been in a relationship with a fearful avoidant (or are one yourself), this episode will help you understand their patterns and how to navigate relationships more effectively.


Meet Your Host:

Thais Gibson is the co-founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leader in personal development. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and more, Thais has helped thousands transform their relationships and emotional well-being.

Helpful Resources:

💡 Take the Free Attachment Quiz:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

📖 Learning Love Book – The guide to healing attachment wounds:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast

🎙️ More Podcast Episodes:

https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/podcast?page=1

📝 Read More on Our Blog:

https://blog.personaldevelopmentschool.com/


Follow Us on Social Media:

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool

🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool


Podcast Sponsors:

💧 AquaTru – Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier today! Visit AquaTru.com and use code 'THAIS' at checkout.

💰 Rocket Money – Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster: RocketMoney.com/THAIS

💼 Indeed – Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job’s visibility: Indeed.com/THAIS

🌬️ AirDoctor – Get UP TO $300 off air purifiers: airdoctorpro.com and use promo code 'THAIS'

🧠 Headway – Visit makeheadway.com/thais for fun & easy personal growth!


#attachmentstyles #fearfulavoidant #relationshipstages #relationshippatterns #attachmenttheory #selfhealing #personaldevelopment #relationshipadvice


Love this episode?

If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! Your support helps us continue to provide insightful content to help you on your personal development journey. 💙

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