Understanding Stress Triggers: Proven Techniques for Calm
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In this episode, we explore understanding and managing your triggers using a somatic approach. Learn how to recognize what pushes your buttons, practice mindful responses, and transform your stress reactions for better relationships and personal well-being. Understanding triggers is crucial because the people closest to us often know how to push our buttons. Identifying these triggers helps improve our reactions and relationships. A recent situation with my daughter highlighted the need to rehearse responses to triggers in advance. Somatic therapy focuses on the whole body’s response to stress, helping us handle stressors without feeling shame or regret. Our "old brain" triggers fight-or-flight responses, often hijacking rational thinking. Understanding this helps us manage stress better. Practicing mindfulness and grounding techniques can engage your "new brain," allowing for calmer, more thoughtful reactions.
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