Ever been told to "calm down"...and instantly wanted to do the exact opposite?

You're definitely not alone.

This week on The Sage Stage, Jane and Chandra explore the phrases that trigger us most—from "Calm down" to "Slow down" and "You're overreacting." What starts as a funny conversation quickly becomes a heartfelt discussion about relationships, emotional regulation, childhood conditioning, marriage, honesty, personal growth, and why the people who love us sometimes push our biggest buttons.

Along the way they dive into:

• Why being told to calm down never works
• The difference between reacting and being heard
• Learning how partners communicate differently
• Emotional triggers from childhood
• Healing old relationship patterns
• Why honesty needs kindness
• Growing through joy instead of pain
• Finding compassion—for yourself and the people you love

If you've ever wondered why certain words hit so hard, this conversation will leave you laughing, reflecting, and maybe seeing yourself a little differently.

❤️ Because sometimes the thing we need most...isn't advice.
It's someone saying, "I've got you."

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