Apr 1, 2024
Welcome back to The Communicate & Connect Podcast with your
host, Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky. Today, we continue our special series
on attachment in relationships and are joined by Dr. Clare Rosoman,
a Clinical Psychologist in Brisbane, Australia. She is an
international trainer in Emotionally Focused Therapy and is the
author of "An Emotionally
Focused Guide to Relationship Loss: Life after Love," and its
companion workbook, Dr.
Rosoman brings compassion, expertise, and grounded advice on
navigating the turbulent seas of heartbreak. Before we dive
in, remember to take our ARE quiz
based on the brief accessibility, responsiveness, and engagement
scale to assess the attachment dynamics in your own
relationships.
In this episode, we’ll explore the realities of divorce rates among
military couples and delve into the "Goldilocks flexibility" needed
to manage the delicate balance between honoring our feelings and
moving forward pragmatically. Dr. Rosoman will reveal how your
attachment style can be a guiding north star through the process of
healing and growth after a relationship loss.
Together, Dr. Rosoman and I discuss attachment theory as it relates to our need for closeness, comfort, and the inevitable impact on our emotional regulation when bonds are severed. We'll also share personal reflections on how varying attachment strategies play out in real life, particularly through the lens of military deployments.
This episode isn’t just about loss—it's a beacon of hope for rediscovering your capacity to thrive post-divorce, and a reminder that through understanding and grieving, we can emerge resilient and ready for deeper connections.
So, let's navigate the journey of relationship loss and the transformative power of attachment theory. Whether you're grappling with the end of a relationship or seeking to understand your emotional landscape, we're here to guide you through it—with grace, empathy, and insight.
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