Avoidant Attachment vs Avoidance: Why We Withdraw in Relationships

Somatic Couples Therapy exploring attachment styles in relationships

Why do we withdraw or shut down in relationships?

In this episode of The Happiness Games for Romantic Relationships, I explore the difference between avoidance and avoidant attachment, and how each shows up in the nervous system and relational patterns.

Drawing from somatic therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and System-Centered Therapy, I offer a deeper understanding of emotional withdrawal and practical guidance for staying connected while maintaining autonomy.

This episode includes a grounding practice to support reconnection and emotional awareness.