Triggers

Triggers are well known to most of us already. But do you know what triggers you and why? Sometimes I find myself suddenly feeling tight in the stomach because of a smell that triggers a memory of a time when I felt unsafe. Being attentive to my triggers have helped me understand why I suddenly might be feeling the way I am. Triggers can more commonly be activated by things other people say to us. A casual comment made by someone else may make us feel unworthy or unappreciated. This emotion may take a long time to work its way out. If we are aware of our triggers and acknowledge our feelings the reaction they bring can last for a shorter period.