Top 10 Parenting Secrets: #10 Trigger Warning

What Does Trigger Even Mean? For most people, when their talking about triggers, or "being triggered", they're usually talking about some kind of circumstance that triggers them or others. This circumstance could be somebody else's actions, or words, or even something outside of their control like the color of their skin, their past, or even their heritage.The truth is still the same, triggers are circumstances that trigger a mental, emotional, or behavioral response, and probably all 3. Typically when people talk about being triggered, it's because it's caused an uncomfortable and undesired response.When I've been accused of triggering people, it's usually because I said something that they don't like because it triggers an uncomfortable emotion.You should know this, and your teen needs to know this too, but their are people in this world trying to trigger you for their own benefit. Don't Take It Personally When someone or something triggers you, don't take it personally. But, life doesn't happen to you, it happens FOR you.Your triggers aren't happening to you. They're happening for you. What To Do When You're TriggeredCheck out the show notes for more details.Take the free Parent Trap quiz If you have a teen you should take this Parent Trap Quiz .It will help you uncover specific parenting patterns that might be hindering your relationship with your teen. By identifying your Parent Trap, you gain the tools to have better communication, resolve conflicts, and build greater confidence in your parenting decisions. This self-awareness ultimately strengthens your relationship with your teen, which leads to a more open and harmonious connection. This quiz is your gateway to becoming the parent of your dreams and paving the way for a happier and healthier family life.TAKE THE QUIZAlready taken the quiz? Check out my New ABSOLUTELY FREE Audio Course: Parenting from the Inside Out!🎧 LISTEN HERE!