7 key signs of growing secure attachment in your dating journey

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Published on May 06, 2024 06:00 am IST

Navigating the complexities of dating can be challenging. Here are indicators that you're on the path to fostering healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

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In the journey of dating, developing a secure attachment style can profoundly impact how we navigate relationships. Kelsey Wonderlin, Dating Coach and Licensed Therapist shared in her recent Instagram post seven key signs that indicate you're growing more securely attached in your dating life.(Pexels ) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 06, 2024 06:00 am IST

In the journey of dating, developing a secure attachment style can profoundly impact how we navigate relationships. Kelsey Wonderlin, Dating Coach and Licensed Therapist shared in her recent Instagram post seven key signs that indicate you're growing more securely attached in your dating life.(Pexels )

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You're less concerned about whether he likes you, and more concerned about whether he's truly compatible with you.(Pixabay) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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You're less concerned about whether he likes you, and more concerned about whether he's truly compatible with you.(Pixabay)

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If you think he's is breadcrumbing (minimal, inconsistent effort) you don't try harder to win him over or ask him to put in more effort. You make an adult decision that this isn't working for you and move on.(Shutterstock) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 06, 2024 06:00 am IST

If you think he's is breadcrumbing (minimal, inconsistent effort) you don't try harder to win him over or ask him to put in more effort. You make an adult decision that this isn't working for you and move on.(Shutterstock)

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Instead of hiding your needs to be liked, you express them and let his response be information for you about whether you'd like to continue seeing him.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Instead of hiding your needs to be liked, you express them and let his response be information for you about whether you'd like to continue seeing him.(Unsplash)

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When something happens that makes you uncomfortable, you speak up, set a boundary, or exit the situation instead of tolerating it (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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When something happens that makes you uncomfortable, you speak up, set a boundary, or exit the situation instead of tolerating it (Unsplash)

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If you haven't heard back from the person you're dating, you don't panic, double text, or assume they ghosted. You assume positive intent (they're busy and will get back to you when they can) and turn inward to regulate your own anxiety(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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If you haven't heard back from the person you're dating, you don't panic, double text, or assume they ghosted. You assume positive intent (they're busy and will get back to you when they can) and turn inward to regulate your own anxiety(Unsplash)

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When you notice behaviour that isn't okay with you, instead of making excuses for them, rationalising it, or fantasising about what could be, you recognise the reality of who this person is showing you they are. You express how it made you feel or walk away.(Pexels) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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When you notice behaviour that isn't okay with you, instead of making excuses for them, rationalising it, or fantasising about what could be, you recognise the reality of who this person is showing you they are. You express how it made you feel or walk away.(Pexels)

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Akanksha Agnihotri

    Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.

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