How do you know youre triggered

Beliefs about powerlessness, worthlessness, a lack of safety, and a lack of belonging are very common.The fight or flight response kicks in and you react!Recently, i've started seeing someone who is a recovering addict.What comes next isn't pretty.We're cued by the smell of coffee first thing in the morning, the sound of rain hitting against the window pane and the feel of a cold chill against our skin.Here i teach you about what an emotional trigger is and what to do when you're triggered so you can get back to feeling emotionally grounded.

The goal in life is to be an observer and maintain neutrality.As you begin to process your trauma, it will become necessary to identify what a trauma trigger feels like.When you're feeling activated, you're usually having a strong emotional reaction that seems disproportionate in relationship to what has caused it.Not a great idea for someone with my past, i know.If you find yourself reacting to a statement or question in an overblown way, there'll be something deeply rooted in the content, environment, or delivery of the interaction which triggered you.And let me tell you, when this happens, it is never ever about the present situation.

The first simple key to resolving conflict might sound obvious:You probably know the feeling well.You find yourself reacting very immaturely, because, while you may look mature and appear mature to others, your inner world has regressed.Perhaps you type out an angry retort on social media and press 'send' without fully thinking it through.From meditating to eating right, actively caring for your wellbeing can bring a sense of semblance back into your life.