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What Does it Actually Mean to Feel 'Triggered'?

“Triggered” is a such a buzz word these days… 😵‍💫 But, what does it actually mean to feel triggered? There is a part of our brain called the amygdala… which is the emotional center of our brain. 🧠 This part of our brain is designed to store sensory memory… that means any time we experience an emotional or traumatic event, all the sensory experiences (smell, sound, sight, taste, touch) get stored. So, when we are exposed to anything that reminds ANY of our senses of this previous traumatic event… Our amygdala will alert our entire body that there is a potential threat to our safety… which leads to the release of biochemicals that prepare us to either fight or flee. 🥊🏃😰 What is important to keep in mind, is that the amygdala is not always accurate, because its job is to alert us to PERCEIVED threats… to try to keep us as safe as possible from any and all threats… That means that it is going to set off fire alarms at anything SIMILAR to previous trauma… even if we are not actually in danger… this could be someone’s tone, facial expressions, emotional states, etc… Do you see how being alerted to a perceived threat versus an actual threat can lead to unnecessary fights, conflict, and fear?! 🫣 So what can we do about?! More on that to come… 🖤 ---------------- Subscribe to @drelizabethfedrick for weekly tips for healthy relationships. https://linktr.ee/drelizabethfedrick #shorts #drelizabethfedrick #relationshiptips Disclaimer: Nothing found on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick’s social media pages, YouTube channels, Podcasts, interviews with any media outlet, or any websites, is intended to substitute for any type of professional diagnosis or treatment, medical care, therapeutic service, or clinical guidance. Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, Relatable, and Evolve Counseling & Behavioral Health Services assumes no liability, responsibility, or risk for any use of this information, any diagnosis, treatment, decisions made, or action taken in reliance upon information contained in social media pages, YouTube, Podcast, website, or any other internet sites linked to Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, Relatable, and Evolve Counseling in any way.