About this episode

Dr. Amir Levine discusses the science of attachment and its impact on relationships and well-being.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amir Levine - a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author of Attached. Here, we explore one of the most important yet overlooked forces shaping your life: your relationships.We dive deep into the science of attachment and uncover why your brain treats social disconnection as a serious biological threat. From loneliness and rejection to love, intimacy, and long-term health, this conversation reveals how the quality of your relationships may be the single biggest predictor of your happiness, resilience, and even how long you live.Amir discusses the attachment system that governs how safe you feel in the world, why being ignored can feel so painful, and how small, everyday interactions quietly shape your brain over time. We also explore the different attachment styles: anxious, avoidant, and secure, and how they play out in real relationships, often without you even realising it.If you’ve ever wondered why relationships feel difficult, why you react the way you do, or how to build deeper, more secure connections, this episode will change how you see yourself, and the people around you.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:- Why your brain treats rejection…

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