Ah triggers…they come up when we least expect them to, and we often react so quickly that it can cause ruptures in our relationships. Preventing these ruptures is an intentional, ongoing practice. 

Inside of a healthy, committed relationship both people can play a part in working through it. But it is our personal responsibility to make that happen. 

Welcome back to the show Brian Dunn! This week we are talking about: 

-The definition of a “trigger” 

-What happens when we feel triggered

-How our past relationships affect what we respond to

-What can happen in a relationship when triggers go un-addressed

-The part that each person in a relationship plays in addressing and preventing future rifts that are caused due to past shit

Please go show Brian some podcast love. Follow him on IG at mrbriancdunn and TicTok at mrbriancdunn

Quotes from the episode: 

“Get specific. Saying you ‘felt triggered’ does not describe your experience.”

“If someone has “triggers” and is not working to resolved them, you do have the option to consider if it is something you want to take on.”

“Both perspectives can be true.” 

“It is not about who’s right and who’s wrong. It’s about ‘We have this problem. How can we fix it together?’”

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Breakups, Broken Hearts, and Moving On with Janice Formichella is an inclusive space for all adults who are looking to heal their hearts and have happy relationships. I believe that love is love and that there are a wide variety of different types of relationships and that all are valid. I recognize each individual's right to self-identify. As a podcast host, I am dedicated to making this a safe space for all and strive to portray that in my content. I welcome feedback on my efforts and thank you for being a part of the community.