Attachment Theory & Feedback (How our attachment style affects how we give our receive critique)

Do you struggle with receiving creative feedback? Does it feel empowering or like a personal attack? The way you process critique may be deeply connected to your attachment style, formed by your early relationships. In this video, we explore the psychology of attachment theory—covering anxious, avoidant, and secure attachment styles—and how they influence the way we give and take criticism.

With insights from Carl Rogers, cognitive psychology, and stoicism, we’ll uncover strategies to improve your response to feedback, foster personal growth, and strengthen creative expression. Whether you're navigating critique in relationships or professional settings, understanding your attachment style can transform how you approach feedback and self-improvement.

In this video, we explore:
What is attachment theory?
How attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized) shape our response to feedback.
The psychological impact of feedback on creativity.
Practical strategies to handle feedback better, regardless of your attachment style.

Whether you're a designer, writer, artist, photographer, filmmaker or entrepreneur, learning to navigate feedback is essential for growth. Using insights from psychology and personal development, this video offers actionable tips to help you thrive in your creative process.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:19 - What is Attachment Theory?
01:19 - Attachment Style & Creative Performance
01:27 - Carl Rogers
01:41 - What if you have insecure attachment?
01:58 - How to react better to harsh feedback
02:40 - Final thoughts

📊 Did you know? Securely attached individuals are 20% more likely to excel in high-feedback environments, while recalling supportive memories can improve feedback acceptance by 30%.

💡 Key Takeaways:

Pause before reacting to feedback.
Separate your identity from your work.
Seek clarity and practice self-compassion.

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🔗 Helpful Links, Reading List & References:
1. Bowlby, J. (1988). A secure base: Parent-child attachment and healthy human development.

2. Rogers, C. R. (1961). On becoming a person: A therapist's view of psychotherapy. Houghton Mifflin.

3. Siegel, D. J. (1999). The developing mind: How relationships and the brain interact to shape who we are. Guilford Press.

4. Johnson, S. M. (2019). Attachment theory in practice: Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) with individuals, couples, and families. Guilford Press.

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