One Solution, No Solution, or Infinitely Many Solutions - Consistent & Inconsistent Systems

Anxious attachment forms when early relationships teach you that closeness is inconsistent, making you scan for signs of disconnection and take responsibility for maintaining emotional safety. You may over-function, seek frequent reassurance, or interpret neutral moments as threats. Healing requires slowing down the instinct to react and building trust in your own internal steadiness. One grounding practice: pause when the anxiety spikes, name the fear underneath, and soothe your body before rea