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laurisshnazzy's review against another edition
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I'm so glad there's another great book talking about attachment! As a therapist, I often suggest this book as an alternative to Attached because it's so much less stigmatizing - especially for folks who aren't anxiously attached. Despite the name of this book, I really appreciate how Jessica describes the other attachment styles with compassion (which Attached does *not*), and how much detail she goes into about the way folks with anxious attachment interact with folks who have other attachment styles. She also incorporates aspects of parts work, which I do in sessions as well. I know other comments say the language of the "little Me" was a little challenging for them to get through, but it integrates well with the parts framework and didn't mind it. I've also had clients share that this book has been so validating for them and helpful alongside our work in therapy. Thank you Jessica for this great resource!
edinixon's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.75
mythosa's review against another edition
3.0
do not let the title fool you - this is almost entirely about romantic relationships rather than life as a whole. with that out of the way, I do think this book provides some valuable information and perspectives on anxious and avoidant attachment styles. it relies heavily on meditation and inner work to come to resolutions, which I personally am unable to connect with, but for those that can this would be a great source of healing. the questions the author poses and the example cases could give anyone pause and reason to consider their own attachment style.
my one gripe about this book is the author, also a therapist, claims there are only three attachment styles: anxious, avoidant and secure - I find this to be totally inaccurate, as being a disorganized style myself, it leaves out a group of potentially lost and confused individuals seeking reassurance when they feel they have a sprinkle of both avoidance and anxiety.
my one gripe about this book is the author, also a therapist, claims there are only three attachment styles: anxious, avoidant and secure - I find this to be totally inaccurate, as being a disorganized style myself, it leaves out a group of potentially lost and confused individuals seeking reassurance when they feel they have a sprinkle of both avoidance and anxiety.
shannonlar's review
It honestly was just a bit boring and didn’t feel like it really applied to me. I felt like it was hard to stay engaged and listen to the narrator because she 1) speaks too slowly and 2) has an almost monotone sound to her voice. Overall just wasn’t for me.