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#79 What Your Clutter Says About Your Attachment Style

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In this episode, JM and Valerie explore the connection between clutter and attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized. Through real-life examples and a quick self-assessment quiz, you’ll learn how your emotional patterns show up in your space—and how to work with them instead of against them. Whether you hold on tightly or keep everything at arm’s length, this episode offers insights to help you create a space that supports your emotional well-being.



IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:


  • How clutter reflects attachment styles – Discover the link between emotional patterns and your space.

  • Traits of secure vs. anxious attachment – Learn why some people keep balance, while others hold on.

  • Avoidant and disorganized clutter habits – Understand the extremes of minimalism and chaos.

  • How to identify your clutter style – Use a quick quiz to spot emotional patterns behind your belongings.



LINKS AND RESOURCES WITH THIS EPISODE:


  • "Put That Stuff Down" and its sequel (book) - A recommended read exploring the complex relationship between trauma, PTSD, and clutter. It offers personal stories, psychological insights, and practical advice. Click here to learn more: https://up.dowellht.com/bestseller-clutter-and-trauma



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