How to Heal Your Attachment Wounds with Forrest & Rick Hanson

Ever wonder why you react the way you do in relationships? The answer may lie in your early childhood experiences. In this episode of the Being Well podcast, Dr. Diane Poole Heller joins Dr. Rick Hanson and his son Forrest Hanson, to discuss the profound effect that our attachment style can have on our adult lives, especially on our closest relationships. 

From our earliest experiences, we are constantly learning how to be in relationship with others, which shapes our connections later on in life. Luckily, we have the power to change the way we relate—starting by understanding our own attachment style. 

In this engaging conversation, Diane breaks down the four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized. She explains how these patterns form and, more importantly, how we can shift toward more secure attachments in our present day relationships, including: 

• Recognizing your attachment style in action
• Self-reflection and compassion
• Simple daily rituals that build stronger connections

Whether you’re supporting clients with attachment adaptations, working through relational difficulties yourself, or just curious about the origins of human behavior, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips.