Do you ever find yourself reacting emotionally before you even know what hit you? You’re not alone. Emotional triggers can sneak up on us, often rooted in old wounds or past experiences, and leave us feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or out of control.

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what emotional triggers are, where they come from, and how to start recognizing them in your everyday life. I’ll also share a simple practice to help you respond with clarity and calm instead of getting stuck in reactive cycles.

If you’ve been feeling emotionally drained or confused by your reactions, this one’s for you.

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• 53 | 3 Reasons Overthinking Isn't Helping You Manage Your Emotions
• 57 | The Truth About Emotional Triggers and Why They’re Not Your Enemy
• 63 | Why It’s Okay to Cry a Lot as an HSP – And How It Helps You Know Yourself Again

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Do you ever feel like you're always pushing your emotions down, even when you don’t mean to? Maybe you tell yourself you're “fine” or distract yourself so you don’t have to deal with what's really going on.

In this episode, I’m diving into why we suppress emotions and what it’s actually doing to your emotional well-being. I’ll share common reasons we avoid feelings (even unintentionally) and give you simple, practical ways to start feeling your emotions without being overwhelmed.

If you're tired of bottling everything up and ready to feel more in control, this is for you. Learning how to sit with your emotions is a powerful first step toward emotional resilience. You don’t have to keep stuffing things down. Let’s talk about what to do instead.

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• 58 | How to Know If You’re Ready to Take Control of Your Emotions

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Ever open your journal, sit there for a few minutes… and then close it because you didn’t know what to write? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that blank page can feel so intimidating and what to do when you don’t know where to start.

I’ll share simple, go-to prompts and techniques you can use to break through journaling resistance, especially during emotionally overwhelming moments. Whether you’re overthinking your words or just feeling stuck, these tools will help you get your thoughts flowing with more ease and clarity.

Journaling doesn’t have to be perfect; it just needs to be honest. Let’s make it easier for you to show up on the page and process your emotions without the pressure.

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• 66 | Feeling Stuck? 5 Steps for Journaling About Feelings, Even With Mental and Emotional Fatigue
• 56 | How Journaling Actually Helps You Process Emotions as an HSP and Introvert
• 50 | Instead of Waiting Until You're Alone, Try These 3 Journaling Tips to Regulate Emotions On the Go

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