As gay men, many of us have feared being rejected by our friends and family as part of our coming out process. It’s no surprise that grappling with this fear can result in struggling with intimacy, attachment, and emotional availability.In this episode, we’re talking about how our fear of rejection can lead to developing abandonment issues, the negative impact this can have on romantic relationships, and how we can overcome these struggles.Additional Resources:Abandonment Issues: Signs And Treatment02. From Codependency to No Dependency15. Understanding Attachment StylesAbandonment Issues: Signs, Causes, & Coping TipsWhy is it so Difficult for Some Gay Men to Find a Partner?Gay Men Growing Up With An Absent FatherHow LGBTQ Adults Maintain Ties with Rejecting Parents: Theorizing “Conflict Work” as Family WorkAbandonment Anxiety: How to Understand and Overcome Your FearIdentifying and Managing Abandonment IssuesSupport the showGet Your Merch

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