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51. The Truth About Triggers


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In this episode, we’re rethinking one of the most overused - and misunderstood - words in the healing space: triggered.

Because what if your child’s behavior, your partner’s tone, or the chaos of your day isn’t what’s causing your reaction
 but simply revealing what’s happening inside of you?

Using a powerful (and surprisingly clarifying) analogy, we break down the difference between the trigger and the mechanics - and why focusing only on what’s happening outside of you will keep you stuck in the same reactive patterns.

You’ll learn:

  • Why triggers aren’t the cause of your reactions (and what actually is)

  • What’s happening in your nervous system when you “flip your lid”

  • How chronic stress creates a “hair-trigger” response

  • Signs you’re being triggered in real time

  • The connection between triggers and your inner child

  • How to shift from blame → responsibility (without shame)

  • Practical ways to create a “trigger lock” and respond with intention

This episode will help you stop feeling like you're at the mercy of your reactions - and start building the awareness, regulation, and capacity to respond differently.

Because the goal isn’t to eliminate triggers...It’s to change what happens next.

♄ Your Parent Coach, Brittney

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The Parenting Lab (Help for the Healing Parent)By Brittney Gonzalez