Trigger ( Space: emotion regulation ) responds
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19.5K likes, 496 comments. "Ever notice how you go from zero to sixty in an argument without even realizing it? It's not because you're "too emotional" or "bad at communication." It's because your nervous system is doing exactly what it was trained to do—protect you. When your partner makes a dismissive comment, forgets something important, or withdraws, your brain doesn't just register this moment—it pulls from every past moment where you felt unseen, unheard, or abandoned. That's why your reaction feels so intense. And here's where most people get stuck: 👉 They think the solution is to stop feeling triggered. 👉 They try to shut down their emotions instead of learning how to work with them. 👉 They blame their partner for causing their reaction, instead of realizing that their response is an old defense mechanism. The real work of emotional regulation isn't about never getting triggered. It's about what happens next. 🛑 Instead of reacting instantly, can you pause before respondin | ||
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