How to Use Triggers to Reduce Suffering

06/03/2025 29 min
How to Use Triggers to Reduce Suffering

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Ever find yourself suddenly set off by a comment, a look, or even just a tone of voice? And then, before you know it, you're reacting—snapping back, shutting down, or reaching for distractions?We all have triggers. But here’s the game-changer:What If Your Triggers Were Actually a Gift?In my latest podcast episode, we’re flipping the script on triggers and diving deep into:Why certain things trigger you (and others don’t) The 3 ways we commonly deal with triggers—displacement, suppression, and distraction (and how they keep us trapped) A simple but powerful process to stop reacting and start healing—so you can move through life with more ease and resilienceIf you’ve ever thought, I just wish I didn’t get triggered so easily—this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with real tools to shift your perspective and start using your triggers as a path to growth, rather than frustration. Listen now!After you listen, I’d love to hear—what’s your biggest takeaway? Hit reply and let me know!FREE tools:Get FREE access to my ‘Conflict Cure’ mini-course, plus weekly relationship tools delivered straight to your inbox —> https://bit.ly/RelationalIQ-NewsletterNeed more customized support? Apply for a Relationship Breakthrough Call with Dr. Kavetha Sun —> https://go.oncehub.com/BreakthroughCallwithDrKavethaSun