The Thais Gibson Podcast

Narcissist vs. Dismissive Avoidant: 9 Crucial Differences You Must Know

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Is your partner emotionally unavailable—or emotionally manipulative?
In this in-depth episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais is joined by co-host Mike DiZio to unpack the 9 diagnostic criteria for Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and explain how these traits differ from what you see in someone with dismissive avoidant attachment.
This episode goes far beyond the surface, giving you practical tools to differentiate between personality disorders and attachment wounds, understand confusing behaviors, and protect yourself from staying in toxic relationships under the wrong assumptions.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The 9 clinical traits of narcissism (based on DSM criteria)✔️ Why dismissive avoidants may appear cold—but aren't manipulative✔️ The root causes of narcissism vs. avoidant attachment✔️ How each style relates to vulnerability, attention, and accountability✔️ How dismissive avoidants can empathize and change—and why narcissists often don’t✔️ Why NPD healing is rare—and how shame avoidance blocks growth✔️ Practical examples and red flags to look for in your relationships
Whether you're confused about a past partner, navigating a current dynamic, or exploring your own behavior, this episode delivers eye-opening clarity and practical insight.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps
00:00 – Attachment Style Quiz
00:42 – Intro: Why This Distinction Matters
05:15 – 1: Grandiose Sense of Self
07:57 – 2: Requires Excessive Admiration
21:33 – 3: Fantasies of Unlimited Power, Beauty, Success
29:18 – PDS Membership Program
30:12 – 4: Entitlement
39:32 – 5: Believes They're Special & Unique
43:23 – 6: Interpersonally Exploitative
48:50 – 7: Arrogant or Haughty Attitude
52:18 – 8: Jealousy of Others
53:25 – 9: Lack of Empathy
59:05 – Conclusion
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, best-selling author, and a global leader in attachment theory and subconscious reprogramming. With a Ph.D. and more than 13 certifications, Thais has helped over 70,000 people heal attachment wounds and build secure, thriving relationships.
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Do Dismissive Avoidants Actually Struggle with Low Self-Esteem?

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Dismissive avoidants may seem confident on the outside—but is that really the full story?
In this revealing episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais explores why dismissive avoidants often struggle deeply with self-esteem issues—even when they outwardly appear strong, independent, and unaffected. You'll learn the hidden emotional patterns behind dismissive avoidant behaviors and gain critical tools for healing from within.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why dismissive avoidants often battle hidden shame despite seeming confident✔️ How early emotional neglect leads to internalized feelings of being "defective"✔️ Why strong boundaries can sometimes be a mask for emotional pain✔️ The role of low-level sympathetic nervous system activation (fight/flight/freeze) in daily life✔️ How living out of alignment with emotional needs damages self-esteem over time✔️ What emotional suppression costs avoidants—and how to start reconnecting with feelings✔️ Practical strategies to accept vulnerability, listen to emotions, and build authentic self-worth
 
If you've ever wondered why you—or someone you love—seems "fine" but struggles with deep disconnection or self-sabotage, this episode offers eye-opening clarity and actionable healing steps.
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leading authority in attachment theory and subconscious reprogramming. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications, Thais has helped more than 70,000 people build emotional resilience and secure relationships.
Helpful Resources:
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📚 Read the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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3 Ways to Increase Self-Esteem, Emotionally Connect with Yourself, and Self-Soothe

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Struggling with self-esteem, emotional disconnection, or self-soothing? There’s a path to healing—and it starts within.
In this supportive and empowering episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais teaches three powerful ways to reconnect with yourself emotionally, increase your self-esteem, and build lasting inner resilience. If you often seek validation from others or struggle to process emotions in a healthy way, these foundational practices will transform your relationship with yourself.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How giving yourself the same support you seek from others heals emotional wounds✔️ Why small daily acts of self-care (tailored to your love languages) are critical for self-connection✔️ How internal validation through kind self-talk rebuilds self-worth✔️ Why journaling and emotional check-ins create deeper emotional intimacy with yourself✔️ How honoring your feelings, setting boundaries, and meeting your needs foster genuine self-trust✔️ Simple practices to strengthen emotional regulation and boost self-esteem every day
 
When you consistently show up for yourself, you don’t just heal—you thrive. This episode offers real, practical steps to create the safe, empowering inner relationship you deserve.
 
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and an expert in emotional reprogramming and attachment theory. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications, Thais has helped more than 70,000 students worldwide build emotional security and conscious relationships.
 
Helpful Resources:
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10 Questions to Ask YOURSELF & Others Before Getting into A Relationship

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Ready for commitment—but want to avoid repeating the same mistakes in love? Start by asking the right questions.
In this insightful episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais and co-host Mike DiZio reveal the 10 essential questions you should ask yourself and your partner before diving into a committed relationship. These questions go beyond chemistry—they’re rooted in emotional intelligence, subconscious programming, and long-term compatibility.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How non-negotiables, standards, and morals shape long-term relational success✔️ Why asking “Are we emotionally ready?” can save you years of heartbreak✔️ How to bring up topics like children, lifestyle goals, and emotional needs with confidence✔️ What patterns to watch for in yourself and your partner before committing✔️ The art of discerning compatibility without turning dates into interviews✔️ Why admiration and difference are vital to lasting attraction✔️ How to set shared visions for love, lifestyle, and commitment
Whether you're anxiously attached, avoidant, or working toward secure love, this episode gives you an empowering framework to date intentionally—and protect your future self.
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a renowned expert in attachment theory and subconscious healing. With a Ph.D. and 13+ certifications, Thais has helped 70,000+ people worldwide achieve deep, lasting relationship transformation.
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📚 Explore the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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What Causes Your Depression? | Mental Health Awareness & Healing Insights

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Feeling stuck in sadness? Depression often has deeper roots—and you have more power to heal than you might realize.
In this powerful and compassionate episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais unpacks the three major root causes of depression—and provides practical, science-backed steps to begin your healing journey today. Whether you're personally struggling or supporting someone who is, this episode will bring you clarity, hope, and tangible action steps.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The role of gut health and serotonin production in emotional well-being✔️ How chronically unmet emotional needs create pain—and what to do about it✔️ Why painful subconscious beliefs create suffering beyond the initial pain✔️ How your brain’s need for certainty can trap you in negative meaning-making cycles✔️ Practical steps to identify unmet needs and proactively close emotional gaps✔️ How to reframe painful thoughts and shift out of depression patterns✔️ Daily practices to reprogram your mind, restore your emotional resilience, and reconnect with life
Thais also shares how understanding the difference between pain and suffering is crucial for long-term emotional health—and why meeting your needs consciously and proactively is one of the fastest ways to heal.
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and a leading voice in healing attachment wounds and subconscious reprogramming. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications, Thais has guided over 70,000 people worldwide toward deeper emotional resilience and fulfilling relationships.
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Dismissive Avoidant Attachment & Depression: Are They Correlated?

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Is there a hidden link between dismissive avoidant attachment and chronic depression?
In this deeply insightful episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais explores the strong correlation between dismissive avoidant attachment styles and low-level, often chronic depression. Learn why emotional repression, unmet needs, and painful belief systems contribute to emotional numbness—and how true healing is possible.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why chronic emotional repression can lead to emotional "toxicity" over time✔️ How dismissive avoidants unconsciously disconnect from core emotional needs✔️ The role of unmet needs and negative belief imprints in depression✔️ Why love and connection are biologically essential for emotional well-being✔️ How painful childhood associations with vulnerability cause long-term inner conflict✔️ The importance of reprogramming beliefs about vulnerability, love, and connection✔️ How gradual exposure and conscious reprogramming can create profound healing
 
Thais also shares practical, science-backed strategies to break the cycle of emotional disconnection, reconnect with your own feelings, and heal depressive patterns at the root.
 
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, best-selling author, and a leader in subconscious reprogramming and emotional healing. With a Ph.D. and over a decade of experience, she has helped tens of thousands transform their relationships and inner lives.
 
Helpful Resources:
🧠 Take the Free Attachment Style Quizhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
📚 Read the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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Top 10 Signs You Have a Dismissive Avoidant Attachment Style

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Do you feel uncomfortable with vulnerability, tend to pull away in relationships, or avoid conflict at all costs?
You might be operating with a dismissive avoidant attachment style—and you're not alone. In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais shares the 10 most common signs of dismissive avoidant attachment and the powerful subconscious programming behind them. Whether you relate to these traits or recognize them in a partner, this episode offers clarity and a compassionate path forward.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why DAs avoid vulnerability and emotional intimacy✔️ How they subconsciously escape from emotional discomfort✔️ The impact of covert emotional neglect on identity and core wounds✔️ Why dismissive avoidants fear conflict—and how it plays out in relationships✔️ How shame, fear of criticism, and a belief of being “defective” shape their behavior✔️ Why DAs tend to lose feelings suddenly—and how it's linked to fear, not fact✔️ What it means when DAs say, “I’m just not capable of being in a relationship”✔️ Simple reprogramming steps to become securely attached
If you’ve ever said “I don’t do emotions,” or dated someone who shuts down the moment things get real, this episode is your blueprint to understanding and transforming dismissive avoidant attachment from the inside out.
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, best-selling author, and world-renowned expert on attachment theory. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications in CBT, somatic healing, and subconscious reprogramming, Thais has helped over 70,000 students transform their emotional patterns and relationships.
Helpful Resources:
🧠 Take the Free Attachment Style Quizhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
📚 Read the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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Dear Anxious Attachments: The First Steps to Overcoming Activating Strategies & Anxiety

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Feel like your emotions sometimes hijack your actions in relationships? You're not alone.
In this validating episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais walks you through the early and critical steps to understand and overcome activating strategies—the emotional impulses that lead anxious and fearful avoidants to chase connection in ways that can backfire. You'll learn exactly why your mind creates activating thoughts, how to stop acting from fear, and what conscious strategies you can use to rewire these old patterns.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What activating strategies are (and how they sabotage healthy relationships)✔️ How unmet needs and emotional triggers drive “emergency” behaviors✔️ The difference between conscious choices vs. subconscious survival reactions✔️ Why respecting others' boundaries supports your long-term emotional needs✔️ Practical tools to witness, interrupt, and reprogram activating thoughts✔️ How self-awareness and repetition can rewire your subconscious mind for secure love
 
If you've ever had that "urge" to text, call, show up uninvited, or overexplain after someone pulls away—this episode gives you the clarity and steps to break free from old emotional cycles and move toward calm, conscious connection.
 
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and an expert in healing attachment wounds and reprogramming the subconscious mind. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications, Thais has helped over 70,000 people create emotional security and healthier relationships.
 
Helpful Resources:
🧠 Take the Free Attachment Style Quizhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
📚 Read the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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Relationship Anxiety: What You Need to Know About Anxious Preoccupied Attachment

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Ever feel like you’re constantly fearing rejection or abandonment—even in a good relationship?
You might be experiencing relationship anxiety fueled by anxious preoccupied attachment. In this heartfelt and insightful episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais unpacks the subconscious patterns, wounds, and behaviors that drive relationship anxiety—and shares powerful tools to help you heal, self-soothe, and thrive in love.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why anxious attachment forms from inconsistent emotional caregiving✔️ How hyper-attunement to others’ needs leads to self-abandonment✔️ The link between unresolved childhood needs and intense fear of rejection✔️ How anxious partners unconsciously overextend and people-please✔️ Why anxious types often misinterpret neutral behaviors as rejection✔️ How to reprogram your core wounds, self-soothe effectively, and stop overexplaining✔️ Practical daily strategies to build self-worth and emotional resilience
 
Whether you identify with anxious attachment yourself or love someone who does, this episode gives you deep insight, actionable tools, and hope for building secure and lasting relationships.
 
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and an internationally recognized expert on attachment theory and subconscious reprogramming. With a Ph.D. and over 13 certifications, she’s helped over 70,000 students heal their relationships and emotional lives from the inside out.
 
Helpful Resources:
🧠 Take the Free Attachment Style Quizhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
📚 Read the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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Top 7 Deactivating Strategies the Dismissive Avoidant Uses & WHY!

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Ever felt your partner suddenly pull away after a moment of closeness? You may be seeing a deactivating strategy in action.
In this illuminating episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais uncovers the top 7 deactivating strategies dismissive avoidants use to create distance when they feel emotionally overwhelmed or unsafe. Whether you're in a relationship with a DA or identify as one yourself, this episode breaks down the subconscious drivers behind these behaviors and offers empowering insights to shift the pattern.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why physical distancing is the DA’s first line of defense✔️ What a “vulnerability hangover” is—and how it leads to emotional retreat✔️ How “connection hangovers” after intimacy spark silence or doubt✔️ Why DAs often doubt their own feelings and question the relationship✔️ How fear of expectations and not knowing “the rules” can trigger withdrawal✔️ Why fixating on an ex or fictional figure creates emotional space✔️ What these patterns are really protecting—and how to heal them for good
Thais also shares how to navigate these patterns without taking them personally, while helping DAs build healthier models of closeness, trust, and vulnerability.
Meet Your Host:
Thais Gibson is the founder of The Personal Development School, a best-selling author, and expert in attachment reprogramming. With a Ph.D. and over a decade of experience, Thais has helped over 70,000 people overcome insecure attachment styles and build conscious, fulfilling relationships.
Helpful Resources:
🧠 Take the Free Attachment Style Quizhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
📚 Explore the Learning Love Bookhttps://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/learning-love?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=learning-love&utm_medium=organic&el=podcast
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