From the moment we are born, we are wired to connect. As infants, we rely on caregivers for warmth, safety, and emotional support, forming deep bonds that shape the way we experience relationships for the rest of our lives.  This process, known as attachment, is a fundamental human instinct—one that influences how we seek closeness, handle conflict, and navigate love and friendship. Whether we realize it or not, our earliest attachments create a blueprint for how we relate to others, affecting everything from our trust in relationships to our ability to feel secure within ourselves.  Attachment styles develop in early childhood based on how caregivers responded to our needs. When caregivers provide consistent love, support, and emotional availability, children develop secure attachments. However, if caregivers are inconsistent, neglectful, or overly intrusive, insecure attachment styles may form. These early experiences create internal working models of relationships th...