When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, the fear of abandonment gets imbibed in us at an early age. The absence of love and affection from our parents and caregivers fuels this fear. This further shapes our behavioural and thought patterns in our adulthood as well and impacts the way we behave in our adult relationships. “When we think about the fear of abandonment, our minds often jump to dramatic scenarios—heart-wrenching breakups, a partner walking out the door, or being left behind by someone we love,” wrote Therapist Stephanie Rigg. She further noted down how our fear of abandonment can show up in unexpected ways.(Unsplash)
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Grief: In times of grief or loss, we seek the comfort of a partner. When we do not find that, it can trigger the fear of abandonment, leading to resentment, anxiety and loneliness. (Unsplash)
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Sickness: In times of sickness, we crave the warmth and care of our loved ones. Absence of that can make us revisit the fear of abandonment, leading to anxiety. (Unsplash)
Unexpected situations: Be it missing a flight or a sudden job loss, the loss of control can make us get into the downward spiral of fear about everything around us. (Unsplash)
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A major life change: A major life change can make us feel vulnerable and scared. This can further trigger the fear of abandonment. (Unsplash)
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Heidi Klum has cemented herself as the official Queen of Spooky Season, thanks to her wild, weird, and eccentric costumes every year for her annual Halloween bash.
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Huang Zitao, also known as Z Tao or Tao, is a Chinese rapper, singer, producer, and actor who was a former member of the K-pop group EXO. He married actor and singer Xu Yiyang on October 16, 2025, in a grand ceremony held in China. The wedding was a spectacular affair, featuring multiple outfit changes. Here's a look at Xu Yi Yang's 10 gowns from her showstopping wedding. (All pics Reddit/ popculturechat and Instagram/ mayadstudios)
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Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated this year on October 20, marking the victory of good over evil. During this time, families clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets to welcome prosperity.
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Models including Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid, Jasmine Tookes, Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio appear together on the runway during the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on October 15.
