Why Avoidants Treat Strangers Better Than You: The Psychology of 'Options' vs. Partners

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"Untying the Avoidant Knot" is a journey into Avoidant Attachment, learning to untie our inner knots to build secure and fulfilling relationships.
Does your Dismissive Avoidant partner treat strangers, coworkers, or random "options" with charm while giving you the cold shoulder? It feels personal, but it’s actually a defense mechanism. In this deep dive, we unpack the psychology of "The Stranger's Bonus," why avoidants fear the weight of being chosen, and how they use triangulation to keep you at arm's length. Stop competing with their performance and learn the truth behind their silence. Let’s untie the knot together.

⏳ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 | The Dinner Party Paradox: Why They Change in Public
03:12 | The Stranger's Bonus: Safety in Low Stakes Interactions
08:45 | The Duty Trap: Why Being "Chosen" Feels Like a Burden
14:20 | Triangulation: Using "Options" as a Defense Mechanism
19:55 | The Witness Effect: Why They Resent You for Seeing the Truth
25:10 | The Shift: How to Stop Competing for Their Attention
29:30 | Conclusion: Moving from Performance to Reality

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