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What to do when you’re triggered, and why being told to calm down often makes it worse.

In this video, I explain exactly what happens in your brain when you’re emotionally triggered. When your limbic system is activated and your prefrontal cortex goes offline, it becomes nearly impossible to think clearly, use logic, or access the tools you know. That’s not weakness—it’s biology.

We’ll talk about what a trigger really is, how trauma and past experiences shape your reactions, and why some people lash out while others shut down completely. I’ll walk you through examples of common triggers—like being interrupted, ignored, or dismissed—and explain how to actually train your brain to respond instead of react.

You’ll also learn what tools actually work. Grounding techniques that regulate your nervous system. Practices that help you stay present when your body wants to flee. And ways to build emotional resilience without bypassing what you're feeling.

This video is for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, or ashamed after saying or doing something in a triggered state. You’re not broken. You just haven’t been taught how your nervous system works under stress—and how to work with it instead of against it.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why do I always react like this?” or “How do I stop spiraling when I’m upset?”—this is for you.