About six months ago, host Kelsey Murphy sat down with Dr. Sarah Hensley — a specialized social psychologist who has spent nearly 20 years studying the science of attachment and attraction. Dr. Hensley has built an audience of more than 1.5 million people across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook through her clear, approachable explanations of attachment theory and relationship dynamics. Her work has inspired countless people — including Kelsey — to better understand themselves, their partners, and the way early life experiences can shape how we show up in love.

In this episode, listeners will learn:
- The four main attachment styles (secure, anxious, fearful avoidant, dismissive avoidant)
- How childhood experiences with caregivers can impact adult relationships
- Red flags to notice in dating and how to spot avoidant tendencies early on
- How to initiate conversations surrounding attachment styles
- Parenting insights for raising secure children
- Why “potential” in relationships isn’t enough — and what to focus on instead
- Mindset shifts to help move toward healing in the aftermath of breakups
- What to do if you're considering returning to a relationship that has ended
- Practical steps for moving toward secure attachment

This is a conversation worth revisiting, sharing, and saving — a true toolkit for anyone navigating the complexities of relationships.

TOOLKIT:

-Follow Dr. Sarah Hensley: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Website
- Book referenced: It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken by Greg Behrendt & Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt