Ever thought you are on the right path, only to get knocked off-course by something insignificant? Your evolved self has done the work, and the past is nothing more than a distant memory. Healing took form and shaped your character, having overcome the obstacles. Then bam, your evolved self is nowhere to be found. A trigger, in human psychology, is defined as a stimulus that causes a painful memory to resurface. It can be a sensory reminder of a traumatic event, a time of day, or a season. The sight of someone who looks strangely familiar. Tasting something that brings back a time in your life. Hearing the sound of a child in distress. Any of the senses can elicit a reference to a disturbing subject. Being triggered refers to an intense or strong reaction, as opposed to simply feeling uncomfortable. The memories triggered are involuntary.
According to experts, a history of trauma or abuse is necessary when it comes to eliciting a strong response. The word is generally used with those who have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or mental illness. But high levels of stress can be all that’s needed to activate a response. A trigger can be internally connected to emotions, memories, pain, or even a pounding heart. External triggers are usually part of the environment. Scenes from a movie, a song, holidays, and locations are examples of external triggers. Even writing a whisper can trigger a response (tee hee). Let’s join together now in search of answers on the human aspect of being triggered.
Triggers are not limited to the realm of the psyche. They are energetic by nature, connected to the central nervous system. This is one reason why some are caught off-guard, as believing you are in a good space when the trigger occurs can be confusing. Stress plays a big role. Intense situations experienced over a long period of time can leave a lasting mark.
The central nervous system is responsible for regulating the flow of energy. It operates the gates in the energy channels to control the distribution of vital chi. At times, energy must be conserved, so the brain works with the nervous system to accomplish balance. Stress is like a storm cloud blocking the energy of the sun. Triggers are activators of stress that result in interference of the flow of energy. Distortions or blocks in the energy can result when painful memories surface due to a stimulus.
A misaligned nervous system can lead to subluxation. Interference leads to irritation, compression, pinching, and stretching that cut off energy to the brain. Bones, organs, muscles, and cells react to the reduced flow of energy. The mind, body, and spirit fall into disharmony.
Triggers can be very positive because they act as an internal warning system. Your attention is being redirected toward negative behaviors, confusion, and unhealthy patterns. Awareness provides the opportunity for tremendous growth and empowerment. Reduce stress to bring healing energy to the nervous system. Create strategies to use mindfulness techniques to advance your goal of good health. Love is also a triggering energy that rewards those with the courage to be the best version of themselves.
Bring joy, ease suffering and create beauty, then dance like you mean it!
Blessings, Russell
“Your triggers are pathways to your wounds. The stimulus is only a door.”
Sanhita Baruah
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