Gottman Bids for Connection: What They Are and How to Respond
Gottman bids are everyday requests for engagement. Turning toward builds trust; turning away or against erodes it over time.
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Bipolar 1 vs Bipolar 2: Key Differences, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Bipolar I centers on full manic episodes. Bipolar II involves hypomania and major depression. Only a clinician can confirm either subtype.
Read articleAnxious Attachment Self-Soothing: Calm Without Chasing
Self-soothing for anxious attachment means calming your nervous system before you act on abandonment fear. Skills like timed delays, grounding, and direct requests can lower protest behavior over time.
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