In this episode of Can This Be Fixed?, hosts Thais Gibson and Mike DiZio dive deep into the complexities of attachment styles, offering personal insights and practical advice for anyone navigating relationships. Both former avoidants who have worked hard to become securely attached, Thais and Mike share their own experiences, discussing how they’ve overcome challenges and what they continue to work on. This episode tackles the tough questions around no contact with dismissive avoidants and how to handle these situations with grace and self-respect. Thais and Mike also discuss the importance of self-awareness in relationships, the journey to secure attachment, and the ongoing work required to maintain healthy connections. Whether you're trying to understand yourself or a loved one better, this episode provides valuable tools and perspectives to help you on your path. Listeners will also get access to an exclusive workbook to support their personal growth, with exercises focused on rebuilding trust and overcoming jealousy. Join Thais and Mike as they navigate the intricate dynamics of human connection, offering both heartfelt stories and actionable steps to improve your relationships. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Mike’s Personal Shares 04:07 - Hidden Blessings 10:25 - Mike’s Current Struggles 14:43 - Podcast Freebie: Rebuilding Trust 16:21 - Thais' Personal Shares 18:50 - Overanalyzing & Silver Linings 21:25 - How Thais Reprogrammed Her Core Wounds 31:11 - Thais’ Current Struggles 34:08 - Unsolicited Advice 36:39 - Mint Mobile Promotion 38:04 - Reddit Question 39:10 - Thais’ Response 42:26 - Mike’s Response 43:57 - Out of Sight, Out of Mind & Overcoming Fear 46:14 - Mike During No Contact (as a DA) 49:31 - Rebuilding Connection 53:12 - Conclusion Download Your Rebuilding Trust Workbook Freebie:  https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/podcast-freebie?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=podcast-freebie&el=podcast Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/Thais Get Your Question Answered by Thais and Mike: https://www.reddit.com/r/CanThisBeFixed/ Let’s connect! https://www.youtube.com/@ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool  https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/  https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices