James M
James M
Trying to put out a fire with gas and wind. It don't work!
Trying to put out a fire with gas and wind. It don't work!
Trying to put out a fire with gas and wind. It don't work!
Wednesday 2nd October 2024
Discover how to manage emotional triggers and stop escalating conflicts in 'Understanding Violence Addiction'. Learn practical strategies for healing.
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Author:
James M
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Recovery Reimagined
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Putting Out Emotional Fires: Strategies for Managing Triggers
Episode Overview
- Words and actions can act like fire when upset.
- Trauma creates burning embers in our minds and bodies.
- Triggers can make us temporarily insane.
- De-escalation and processing triggers are key to healing.
- Acknowledging trauma is a step towards emotional wellbeing.
Why do we pour gas and wind on a fire in our minds and let our words and actions cause suffering to others?
Imagine trying to put out a fire with petrol and a gust of wind – it’s not going to end well, is it? This episode of 'Understanding Violence Addiction' paints a vivid picture of how our words and actions can act like fire when we’re upset. Whether you’re someone who silently smoulders or explosively reacts, the effects are equally damaging. Jennifer, one of the central figures in this episode, spots a fire near her home.
Would she pour petrol on it? Of course not! But in moments of being triggered, that’s exactly what many of us do with our emotions. The episode dives into how trauma creates burning embers in our minds and bodies, ready to ignite when provoked. The host, James M., draws from over 20 years of experience helping people manage these emotional fires.
He explains how triggers can make us temporarily insane, causing us to act in ways that hurt those we love. Through the story of Jason and Jennifer, James illustrates how easily we can escalate a situation by pouring metaphorical petrol and wind on our emotional embers. The key, he says, is learning how to de-escalate, process the triggers, and neutralise the trauma. James’s approach is both compassionate and practical, offering real-world advice on how to move from 'drama to calma'.
He emphasises that acknowledging trauma isn’t a sign of weakness but a step towards healing. This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone dealing with emotional volatility or supporting someone who is. Ready to put out those emotional fires for good? Tune in to gain insights and strategies that could transform your relationships and bring peace back into your life.