What is your first reaction in a triggering situation? Why?
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We all have that moment when something or someone causes a strong emotional reaction. Some respond with anger and some with fear. And then again there are those who react with sadness. Next thing we know, all types of irrational decisions are made.
Any time we are triggered it is a message that something inside us is bothered. This is why it’s important to know what triggers us. Awareness of the things or people that cause an emotional reaction is part of self-mastery.
However, being aware isn’t the end of it. We must also regulate how we respond in any given scenario. Suffering an emotional hit is not a reason to explode into anger, sink into despair, or fear the world around you.
Things happen sometimes and it’s difficult to not respond in the way we are accustomed. But there’s a reason for that and it’s our job to find out why.
Think deeply about this. Recognizing how you react to triggers will assist in changing the way you see things. When dealing with triggers, ensure you’re holding the gun. This means, be sure you are in control of how things play out once the trigger occurs.
Remember to go as deeply as you can and as far back as you can remember to discover the answers to this question. Always show yourself grace and compassion.
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