Understanding the Fight Response (Lion) | I've Been Triggered | Dr Tony Weston

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Series: I’ve Been Triggered: A Guide to Understanding and Managing Triggered States
Episode 5: Understanding Fight Response (Lion) | Dr Tony Weston

In this video, you’ll learn to recognise the psychological, emotional, behavioural, and physical dimensions of the fight response, and how it impacts our relationships, mental health, and overall well-being. Packed with trauma-informed insights and actionable strategies, Dr Weston breaks down the root causes of the fight response, offering practical advice to help you manage anger, stress, and conflict effectively. Perfect for individuals seeking emotional resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth, this video bridges the gap between clinical psychology and everyday challenges. Dr Tony Weston’s expertise in mental health and trauma-informed care ensures viewers gain valuable knowledge to transform reactive patterns into empowered actions. Whether you’re facing relationship struggles, dealing with stress, or looking for holistic approaches to emotional healing, this video delivers powerful strategies and compassionate guidance to help you thrive. Don’t miss this essential resource for understanding human behaviour and fostering healthier relationships.

Time Stamps
0:00 Introduction to the Fight Response
1:15 What Triggers the Fight Response
2:30 Psychological Impacts of the Fight Response
3:45 Emotional Dimensions and Underlying Fear
5:00 Behavioural Patterns of the Fight Response
6:20 Physical and Biological Impacts
8:00 Recognising Patterns of the Fight Response
9:30 Compassionate Understanding and Transformation

Videos in Series:

Episode 1: Introduction to Triggers & Their Impact on Personal Power:    • How to Manage Triggered States and Re...  

Episode 2: Which 4F Response is the Best? The Pivotal Realisation of Being Triggered:    • Which 4F Response is the Best? The Pi...  

Objective: Explore why none of the 4F responses is the “best” and emphasise the importance of recognizing when you’ve been triggered.

Episode 3: Identifying Your 4F Responses - Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Patterns:    • Identifying Your 4F Responses - Prima...  

Objective: Help viewers identify their primary, secondary, & tertiary trauma responses & distinguish between similar responses.

Episode 4: Reliever & Preventer Approaches for Managing Triggers:    • Reliever and Preventer Approaches for...  

Objective: Introduce techniques to relieve immediate triggered states & build resilience against future triggers.

Episodes 5 & 6: The Fight Response - From Lion to Elephant

1. Episode 5 - Understanding the Fight Response (Lion)    • Understanding the Fight Response (Lio...  
2. Episode 6 - Transforming the Fight Response: Lion to Elephant

Episodes 7 & 8: The Flight Response - From Gazelle to Owl

1. Episode 7 - Understanding Flight Response (Gazelle)
2. Episode 8 - Transforming Flight Response: Gazelle to Owl

Episodes 9 & 10: The Freeze Response - From Opossum to Dolphin

1. Episode 9 - Understanding Freeze Response (Opossum)
2. Episode 10 - Transforming Freeze Response: Opossum to Dolphin

Episodes 11 & 12: The Fawn Response - From Puppy to Eagle

1. Episode 11 - Understanding Fawn Response (Puppy)
2. Episode 12 - Transforming Fawn Response: Puppy to Eagle

Episode 13: Integration - Bringing Together All Responses

Episode 14: Closing Ritual for Empowerment and Balance

Dr Tony Weston is an award-winning BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor, Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor; Executive Coach, and Organisational Consultant.

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