Triggers are more than just feeling upset—they are deeply rooted responses tied to past trauma. Experts like Dr. Janina Fisher and Dr. Gabor Maté describe triggers as "body memories" and "wounds that have not yet healed," causing our nervous system to react as if we’re reliving past pain. While it’s natural to want the world to accommodate our triggers, true healing comes from learning to manage them ourselves. This blog explores the difference between being upset and being triggered, the importance of radical acceptance, and practical strategies—such as grounding exercises and expanding your window of tolerance—to regain control. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Trauma affects each of us in different ways. You may have heard of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), but fewer people are familiar with Complex PTSD (C-PTSD).