It’s time for my weekly round-up of tips for better mental health! Each week I share a handful of things I’ve come across that I find interesting, intriguing and inspirational, plus I tell you about anything interesting that’s coming up on my weekly podcast, Let’s Talk About Mental Health, or just generally in terms of my work. So… let’s talk!
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Do you remember when we spoke about balance last week? Well, maintaining that equilibrium often means navigating the bumps and potholes that life’s road tends to have. And some of these bumps are our emotional triggers, those invisible strings that can make us feel like puppets in our own life’s stage.
We all have them: those specific topics, behaviours, or even words that can instantly spark an emotional response. I had one this very week, where someone made a decision for me which had me all up in my feelings (most of which were cranky) for a couple of days.
These types of emotional responses might cause us to feel disproportionately sad, angry, or defensive, and these triggers often stem from past experiences that have left a lasting, albeit subconscious, imprint on our minds. While it’s perfectly natural to have these triggers, understanding and managing them can significantly enhance our emotional wellbeing in the longer term.
So here is one simple, actionable tip for you to try this week: Start by identifying your emotional triggers. Keep a journal, jot down moments when you felt an intense emotional reaction that seemed somewhat excessive for the situation at hand. Then, spend some time reflecting on why this might be a trigger. Why? Because understanding the root cause can help you create a plan to respond differently next time. But remember, it’s important to be patient with yourself during this process. Healing and change both take time.
Remember, we’re all works in progress, and it’s our quirks and triggers that make us uniquely human. Here’s to becoming more aware, more understanding, and more in tune with ourselves.
Until our next talk, have a great week!
Jeremy 😃
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Thanks for reading and have a fantastic week. Talk to you next time! JG 🙂
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Thank ypu for the post on criticising our chidren. I don’t want to harm others, so Ill remwmberthat when i’m talking with them.
You’re very welcome. That doesn’t mean that we don’t say no to them when we need to, or provide them with constructive feedback, but it’s always important to remember the damaging effects of non-constructive and/or cruel criticisms.