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The Nervous System Side of Attachment: Understanding Anxiety, Avoidance & Safety Through the Body w/ Heidi Priebe
The Nervous System Side of Attachment: Understanding Anxiety, Avoidance & Safety Through the Body w/ Heidi Priebe
The Nervous System Side of Attachment: Understanding Anxiety, Avoidance & Safety Through the Body w/ Heidi Priebe
Wednesday 29th October 2025
Explore how your nervous system shapes attachment styles with Andrea Ashley and Heidi Priebe on Adult Child.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding your nervous system is key to healing attachment issues.
- Recognise the different attachment styles and their impact on relationships.
- Body awareness can lead to significant emotional healing.
- Practical steps can help rewire your nervous system for safety.
- Personal stories highlight the journey from childhood trauma to adult healing.
"It's not about whether you're anxious or avoidant; it's about what your body is doing and why."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this captivating episode of Adult Child, Andrea Ashley is joined by Heidi Priebe, a YouTuber, writer, and educator with a master’s degree in attachment theory. Together, they explore the intricate connections between our nervous systems and attachment styles, breaking down the myths and misconceptions that often cloud our understanding.
Heidi shares her personal journey of being labeled as a "difficult child" and how that shaped her path towards understanding attachment and anxiety. Listeners will find themselves nodding along as Heidi explains the different attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganised—and how these styles manifest in our relationships and everyday lives. The conversation is peppered with light-hearted humour and relatable anecdotes that make complex theories accessible.
Heidi emphasises the importance of recognising our body's responses and using that awareness to foster real change. The discussion goes beyond intellectual understanding, urging listeners to consider what their bodies are doing and why. This isn't just about knowing if you're anxious or avoidant; it's about what you can do to heal and rewire your nervous system for safety.
With practical advice and heartfelt stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand themselves better and take actionable steps towards healing. Are you ready to learn more about how your past affects your present and what you can do about it? Dive into this episode and start your journey towards understanding and healing.