Article · Emotional Regulation
Understanding Your Triggers
Why certain moments set us off, and how to respond rather than react.
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What is a trigger?
A trigger is anything that sparks a strong emotional reaction, often bigger than the moment itself. It's usually connected to an older experience.
Name it to tame it
Simply naming the feeling, "I'm feeling overwhelmed", can help your thinking brain come back online.
A simple practice
- Notice the body signal (tight chest, hot face).
- Name the feeling.
- Take three slow breaths.
- Ask: what do I want to model right now?
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