The anxious attachment style, as discussed in the podcast episodes, is a pattern of relating to others that is marked by a deep need for validation and constant reassurance within relationships.

This attachment style often develops from early childhood experiences, where a child's needs for care and security were not consistently met. As a result, the individual grows up with an underlying fear of abandonment and a strong craving for affirmation from their partners.

In the podcast episode "Why chasing validation led me to the wrong relationships", the guest Sabrina Zohar reflects on her past experiences of seeking validation from emotionally unavailable partners, driven by her anxious attachment style. The episode "#781 - Connor Beaton - What Is Your Attachment Style & How To Fix It" also provides an in-depth exploration of anxious attachment, its characteristics, causes, and strategies for improvement.

Addressing and working to overcome an anxious attachment style is an important step towards building healthy, fulfilling relationships built on mutual trust, respect, and vulnerability.