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Relationships with secure individuals can help anxious and avoidant individuals develop healthier attachment styles from "summary" of Attached by Amir Levine,Rachel Heller
When we find ourselves in a relationship with a secure individual, we may notice that they possess certain qualities that we may lack, such as emotional stability and a sense of security. Secure individuals are able to provide a safe and supportive environment for their partners, which can be incredibly beneficial for those who struggle with attachment issues. Anxious individuals, who often have a fear of abandonment and a tendency to cling to their partners, can learn from the secure individual's ability to communicate effectively and provide reassurance. By being in a relationship with someone who is securely attached, anxious individuals can start to feel more secure themselves and develop a healthier attachment style. Avoidant individuals, on the other hand, tend to avoid emotional intimacy and may have difficulty trusting others. Being in a relationship with a secure individual can help avoidant individuals learn to open up and become more comfortable with vulnerability. Secure individuals can provide the consistency and support that avoidant individuals may have never experienced before, helping them to develop a more secure attachment style.- Relationships with secure individuals can be incredibly transformative for anxious and avoidant individuals. By learning from the secure individual's behaviors and attitudes, anxious and avoidant individuals can start to develop a healthier attachment style and experience more fulfilling and stable relationships in the long run.
