Building a Life Worth Living: Gazit Chaya "Z" Nkosi

This week, Kirsty sits down with Gazit Chaya "Z" Nkosi for a talk about how our nervous system shapes attachment, behavior, and healing and how to create a meaningful life through self-acceptance.   Show Notes:  Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

Today Kirsty sits down with Dr. Merideth Thompson for an open conversation about how to recognize when relationships aren't working and the steps needed to gain clarity and determine next steps to become healthier and happier.   Show Notes: Merideth Thompson, Ph.D. Founder – Partner Lab “Clarity. Confidence. Hope.” Personal Website Clarity for Every RelationshipMerideth Thompson, Ph.D. Founder – Partner Lab “Clarity. Confidence. Hope.” Personal Website Don’t Underestimate Her   Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/  

In this episode, Kirsty speaks with Diane McDowell, MBA, LCSW about how early attachment disruptions shape our nervous system, relationships, and sense of safety.   Show Notes: emotionalsafetyco.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-mcdowell/ Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

Today Kirsty sits down with Jessica Setnick for a conversation about how early life experiences can shape our relationship not only with others, but with food. Listen as they take a deep dive into reframing eating disorders, the path to dysfunctional eating and how it can all link back to attachment.   To connect with Jessica and find out more about her work and resources: Website: https://www.jessicasetnick.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.setnick YouTube: @jessicasetnick2643 Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this episode, Kirsty talks with physician and author Dr. Charles Glassman about how early experiences of inadequacy shape anxiety, imposter syndrome, and our adult fight-or-flight responses.   Show Notes:  Fear Is A Liar | CoachMD Main Site Facebook / Instagram / YouTube: @CoachMDOfficial Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this special episode, Kirsty sits down with Matt Obert to explore the journey of his new book "Beyond Trauma Care"and how creating relational safety is essential for healing children, supporting staff, and building healthy organizational cultures.   Show Notes:  Buy The Book! Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/  

In this episode, Dr. Or Dagan, clinical psychologist and director of the Attachment Research and Relational Thinking Lab at Long Island University, explores how attachment shapes the way we understand ourselves, our relationships, and our capacity to heal.   Show Notes Check out Dr. Or's website: http://www.ordagan.com/ Read Dr. Or's Psychology Today Blog: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/relational-existence/202508/the-water-we-swim-in-why-being-seen-matters-more-than-you-think Follow Dr. Or on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drordagan/   Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this episode, Kirsty is joined by Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Ginko, Dr. Raghu Appasani, to explore how culture, community, and attachment shape our mental health across the lifespan.    Show Notes Connect with Dr. Raghu Appasani: https://www.heyginko.com/ https://www.instagram.com/heyginko/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/company/hey-ginko/   Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/    Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/   Connect with our Podcast Host: Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this episode, Kirsty sits down with holistic sleep coach and founder of "Embrace and Nurture", Maria Domenech Florit, to explore the powerful connection between attachment, responsiveness, and children’s sleep.   Show Notes:  https://link.edgepilot.com/s/4c0a4118/3h_qX695REaHHre-uNMNgw?u=https://www.embraceandnurture.com/ https://link.edgepilot.com/s/74b32cf7/xKEt5SkOxkWHljcNqN-2EQ?u=https://www.instagram.com/embrace.and.nurture/  https://link.edgepilot.com/s/d1236d2c/POdDq_MMdk20GDgRF8MEJA?u=https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572110593160 Freebies From Maria!   Get your tickets for the 2026 TIRF Conference here! https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/  https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/  https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this exciting episode, Jenna is back as guest host! She sits down with Dr. Siemone Smith, a family therapist and founder of Generation Mend, as they talk about black motherhood, the white gaze, and how racial differences impact motherhood as a whole.   Show Notes:  [email protected] Dr. Siemone's Dissertation: "If Looks Could Heal"   Get your tickets for the 2026 TIRF Conference here! https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/  https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/  https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/  https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/