The Hidden Cost of Avoidant Attachment: Why Pushing People Away Doesn’t Protect You w/ Kylie McBeath
Podcast: The Psychology of RelationshipsPublished On: Thu Mar 19 2026
Description: Ever notice how wanting closeness can suddenly make you feel trapped or how independence can quietly turn into emotional distance? To continue the conversation from last week, Julie & Yue chat with Mark's now-wife Kylie McBeath, relationship educator, co-author of Liberated Love, and someone who didn’t just study avoidant patterns, but lived them. Kylie opens up about why she ended a relationship she deeply cared about and chose a “no man diet” to confront what was really driving her push–pull dynamic. This episode explores the psychology of avoidance, how self-protection can disguise itself as strength, and why stepping back from dating can sometimes be the most powerful move toward secure love.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How avoidant patterns form and why they’re often misunderstood• Why independence can mask emotional self-protection• What intentional pauses reveal about attachment and safety• How internal security is built without relying on a partner• Why slowing down can lead to more grounded, lasting connectionTo learn more about Kylie McBeath, follow her @beingisbeautiful and visit https://www.kyliemcbeath.com/Want to feel more connected to your partner? Download Brick and get 10% off at https://www.getbrick.app/PORSHOWAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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