The Thais Gibson Podcast

• The Dismissive Avoidant's Idea of a Healthy Relationship

  Get personalized courses, live webinars & Q&As, and more for free for 7 days! https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=mg-02-02-25&el=podcast Understanding dismissive avoidant attachment can transform your approach to relationships. In this episode, Thais Gibson explores what a healthy relationship looks like for a dismissive avoidant, highlighting their core needs—such as autonomy, consistency, and feeling unconditionally accepted. She also breaks down common misunderstandings, how to communicate effectively with a dismissive avoidant partner, and strategies for fostering deeper connection while respecting their boundaries. Whether you're in a relationship with a dismissive avoidant or want to understand yourself better, this episode offers powerful insights for navigating love and intimacy. Follow Us for Daily Relationship Insights and Breakthroughs on Our Social Channels! 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 #TheThaisGibsonPodcast Thank You to Our Sponsors! Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier today! Visit AquaTru.com and use code 'THAIS' at checkout. Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/THAIS Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/THAIS Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code THAIS and you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers Visit http://makeheadway.com/thais for fun & easy growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Introducing Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

  Check out Heather Monahan's Creating Confidence Podcast. Each week, Heather shares techniques and strategies to create your confidence, pursue your dreams and leapfrog the villains you’ll meet along the way. Take your life to the next level and tune into Creating Confidence!

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• How The Fearful Avoidant Reacts To Breakups (& How To Win Them Back!)

  Get personalized courses, live webinars & Q&As, and more for free for 7 days! https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=mg-02-01-25&el=podcast Breakups can be incredibly challenging, especially for those with a fearful avoidant attachment style. In this episode, Thais Gibson, founder of the Personal Development School, breaks down how fearful avoidants react to breakups, why they initially withdraw, and how they process emotions over time. She also offers insights into whether reconciliation is possible and the key steps needed for a healthy reunion. If you're navigating a breakup or seeking a deeper understanding of attachment styles, this episode provides powerful strategies to foster healing and personal growth. Follow Us for Daily Relationship Insights and Breakthroughs on Our Social Channels! 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 #TheThaisGibsonPodcast Thank You to Our Sponsors! Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier today! Visit AquaTru.com and use code 'THAIS' at checkout. Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/THAIS Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/THAIS Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code THAIS and you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers Visit http://makeheadway.com/thais for fun & easy growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 5 Signs A Fearful Avoidant Misses You But Won't Say It

  Start the New Year with a Fresh Start! Discover who you truly are, what you need in life and relationships to feel fulfilled, and how to get them with our Needs Course—yours for FREE for life. Begin your journey to transformation with our All-Access Pass Membership, FREE for 7 days this New Year! https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life-free-course?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=new-years-7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast Do you wonder if your fearful avoidant partner misses you but is too afraid to say it? Discover the five subtle signs and learn how to bridge the gap for better understanding and connection. In today’s episode, Thais Gibson reveals five subtle but powerful signs that a fearful avoidant partner may miss you, even if they don’t say it outright. Learn how behaviors like pushing you away, seeking quality time, or showing negative framing can indicate their desire to reconnect. Listen now for insights into decoding their actions and fostering better communication in your relationship. Timestamps 00:00:00 – Introduction: Does the Fearful Avoidant Miss You? 00:01:04 – Sign #1: Pushing You Away to Test Your Response 00:02:00 – The Role of Validation in Their Behavior 00:04:02 – Sign #2: Asking About Small Details of Your Life 00:05:32 – Hypervigilance as a Coping Mechanism 00:06:39 – Sign #3: Inviting You to Novel Experiences 00:08:01 – Why New Experiences Help Them Bond 00:08:50 – Sign #4: Planning Quality Alone Time 00:10:30 – Sign #5: Negative Framing Instead of Direct Expression Follow Us for Daily Relationship Insights and Breakthroughs on Our Social Channels! 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 #TheThaisGibsonPodcast Special thanks to our sponsors: Headway: ‘Started your self-growth journey a hundred times? Give it one more shot — you’ll love it. Take the quiz at visit http://makeheadway.com/thais  and explore topics that matter to you.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 5 Shocking Protest Behaviors of the Dismissive Avoidant

  Start the New Year with a Fresh Start! Discover who you truly are, what you need in life and relationships to feel fulfilled, and how to get them with our Needs Course—yours for FREE for life. Begin your journey to transformation with our All-Access Pass Membership, FREE for 7 days this New Year! https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life-free-course?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=new-years-7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=mg-01-29-25&el=podcast In this insightful episode, we delve into the five common protest behaviors displayed by dismissive avoidant attachment styles, offering listeners practical strategies for healthier communication and deeper understanding. Join us as we break down stonewalling, emotional withdrawal, flaw-finding, numbing out, and relationship-threatening behaviors, exploring their root causes and effective ways to address them. Whether you're a dismissive avoidant, in a relationship with one, or simply curious about attachment theory, this episode provides essential tools to navigate and improve these dynamics. Don't miss our tips for co-regulation and fostering meaningful connections. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - 1 — Stonewalling 01:55 - Why Do DA’s Stonewall? 05:56 - Core Themes in DA's and Stonewalling 11:07 - How to Communicate Healthily 16:26 - 7-Day Free Trial: All Access Membership Pass 15:37 - 2 — Threatening to End the Relationship 16:53 - Changing Your Persona vs Adjusting a Behavior 18:12 - Do They Actually Want to Leave the Relationship? 20:40 - If You're on the Receiving End 28:17 - Rocket Money 30:09 - 3 — Withdrawing When Emotionally Overwhelmed 36:05 - DAs and Co-Regulation 40:54 - 4 — Blaming, Deflecting, and Flaw-Finding 43:31 - Flaw-Finding Stories 53:35 - 5 — Numbing Out and Soothing Through External Comforts 59:31 - Conclusion Let’s connect! https://www.youtube.com/@ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/ https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool/ #TheThaisGibsonPodcast Special thanks to our sponsors: Headway: ‘Started your self-growth journey a hundred times? Give it one more shot — you’ll love it. Take the quiz at visit http://makeheadway.com/thais  and explore topics that matter to you.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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