Why Children's Defiance Makes Couples Fight-and How to Stop It
Children's defiance often activates parents' unresolved childhood wounds, prompting couples' fights; advance planning and journaling about triggers can reduce reactivity.
Emotional vs. Rational Mind: Which One Is Running You?
Emotional regulation is vital for maintaining psychological stability, as it involves monitoring our state of mind and understanding our emotional triggers.
Triggers often originate from unresolved childhood wounds, causing us to react with intense emotions in present situations where we feel threatened or overwhelmed.
When Healing Feels Lonely: What I Now Know About Peace - Tiny Buddha
Avoiding your triggers isn't healing. Healing happens when you're triggered and you're able to move through the pain, the pattern, and the story, and walk your way to a different ending.
Understanding emotional triggers helps improve communication and relationships. The 24 Hour Rule allows for thoughtful responses rather than impulsive reactions.