Love or Attachment? How to Tell the Difference

Is it true love, or are you just afraid of being alone? Many people spend years in relationships confusing a deep emotional bond with a psychological "safety net." While both feel intense, they come from very different places in the brain.

In this video, we break down the scientific and psychological markers that separate authentic love from anxious attachment.

Key Insights:

Selfless vs. Self-Centered: Why love focuses on the other person’s growth, while attachment focuses on your own need for security.

Freedom vs. Control: How to tell if your "closeness" is actually a subtle form of possessiveness.

The Peace Factor: Why true love feels like "coming home" (Oxytocin-based), while unhealthy attachment often feels like a "rollercoaster" (Adrenaline and Cortisol-based).

The Replacement Test: A psychological thought experiment to determine if you love the person or just the role they fill in your life.

Growth vs. Stagnation: Does this relationship empower you to be your best self, or does it make you feel small and dependent?

Stop second-guessing your feelings. Learn how to identify a secure, loving connection and how to break free from the cycles of "need-based" attachment.

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