What are your triggers telling you?

Lightbulbs for Healing. When Emotions Signal Deeper Truths

We have all been there – someone says something that instantly makes our blood boil, or a situation arises that leaves us feeling utterly frustrated. These emotional triggers aren't random annoyances to be dismissed; they're actually powerful messengers pointing directly to parts of ourselves that need attention and healing.

The Gift of Discomfort

Think of triggers as lightbulbs illuminating the shadowy corners of your inner world. When something triggers you, it's not the external event that's the problem – it's the unresolved emotion or belief within you that's being activated.

For example, imagine you are in a meeting and a colleague takes credit for your idea. Your immediate reaction might be intense anger, thoughts racing: "How dare they? Nobody ever acknowledges my contributions!" 

Instead of suppressing this reaction, the "I Set Myself Free" method encourages you to:

1. Allow the emotion to surface – Feel that anger fully

2. Acknowledge it – "I'm feeling furious right now"

3. Release attachment – "I set myself free of this reaction it does not serve me”

Once the initial emotional storm settles, ask yourself: What is this trigger telling me?

In our example, perhaps it reveals:

- A deeper fear of being invisible

- Past experiences where your contributions weren't valued

- A need to establish better boundaries around your work

- Underlying imposter syndrome that makes recognition especially important

Each trigger offers a chance to heal a part of yourself that has been waiting for attention. By approaching triggers with curiosity rather than judgment, you transform potential sources of stress into opportunities for profound personal growth.

The next time you feel triggered, remember – that emotional reaction isn't your enemy. It's a lightbulb illuminating your path to greater self-awareness, emotional freedom, and authentic living.

In a funny old way, after the dust settles we can infact be grateful of the triggers as it is a part of us that needs to evolve.