Identifying triggers

👉 Download and print instantly — no signup needed. Discover essential tools for identifying and managing your emotional triggers, including lists and worksheets designed to enhance emotional awareness and promote healthy coping skills. Perfect for self-exploration and personal development, these printable PDF resources support trauma healing and inner child work. Suitable for adults seeking emotional stability and understanding.

Learning to identify and cope with triggers is a popular strategy for the treatment of several problems—especially anger and addictions—because of...

Do you feel triggered? Good! Triggers show us opportunities for growth and healing! To help you navigate your triggers, try these journalling prompts. If the emotion is very intense, then first ground yourself by taking some deep breaths, going for a walk, have a shower, or let your emotions flow (cry, shout, stamp, in a safe and private space). Go gently with yourself and invite self-compassion and courage to look within.

The objective of pranayama, or breathing exercises, is to teach the ability to properly inhale, exhale, and retain your breath. There are different branches of pranayama dedicated specifically for inhalation, exhalation, and breathing retention.

👉 Get these pages as a free PDF download. Discover the power of reflection with insightful questions designed to help you explore your triggers and emotions. This printable PDF journal is perfect for adults seeking inner child healing and personal growth. Engage in meaningful self-exploration while uncovering hidden aspects of your psyche through shadow work journaling exercises. Ideal for anyone on a journey of self-awareness and emotional healing.

Remember that triggers are NORMAL. It is about learning to recognise your personal triggers and work with them. This list is a great starting place for you to think about your triggers.

An activity by Sam Himelstein and Stephen Saul to help understand the sources of troublesome behavior

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