What “Miss Independent” Reveals About Attachment, Boundaries, & the Fear of Letting People In

What do Kelly Clarkson lyrics have to do with attachment theory and emotional boundaries? A lot more than you’d think. Miss Independent isn’t just an early-2000s anthem—it’s a surprisingly accurate exploration of avoidant attachment, hyper-independence, and what it means to let love in without losing yourself.

Modern Relationships, Mental Health 101Melissa GluckJune 21, 2025attachment style, attachment theory, codependency, boundaries, interdependence, relational self-awareness, secure relationships, avoidant relationship

Book Club Breakdown: The Psychology Behind Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” Theory

Struggling with overthinking or people-pleasing? Welcome to our first Therapy Book Club pick—where we dive into why Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory is a psychologist-approved mindset shift that just might change your life.

Book ClubMelissa GluckJune 19, 2025self-help, mindset shift, Mel Robbins, overthinking, people-pleasing, attachment style, therapy tips, therapy for millennials, how to set boundaries, resilience, CBT