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We Can Be Real
We Can Be Real explores the real, sometimes sad, challenging, raw, and vulnerable aspects of life with humor and compassion. As a recently widowed 61-year-old life coach, host Ellen Schweitzer shares her life experiences and the ways in which she found the strength to persevere and thrive.
In this podcast, you’ll hear stories and insights paired with expert advice that will inspire you to face your own challenges with courage and hope. We Can Be Real is the podcast for anyone who wants to live authentically, with raw honesty, and with a sense of humor. Join us as we journey through life’s ups and downs together.
You can learn more about We Can Be Real and Ellen Schweitzer at https://www.yournextchapter.com/
We Can Be Real
Understanding and Managing Our Emotional Response to Triggers with My Daughters, Lauren and Hillary
The word ‘trigger’ has become such a common word in our language to describe an intense feeling or emotional response to something. While many may consider this to be an overused word, we can also see it as a way to foster connection and open the door to communicating our feelings. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by 2 of my daughters, Lauren and Hillary as we talk about our triggers, what they mean, and how we manage them.
In this episode, Lauren, Hillary, and I discuss:
- The definition of a trigger and how it can be used to form deeper connections and understanding with people around us.
- When avoiding your triggers can he helpful and when it can be harmful.
- Practicing positive self-talk to get yourself through painful situations and celebrating the small wins as we navigate our triggers.
- Practicing the pause: pausing, reflecting, and consciously reacting when you are feeling triggered by something or someone.
If we can better understand why we, as well as others react to things the way we do, we can develop this deeper, closer connection than ever before.
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E-mail Hillary: hillarys@yelp.com
E-mail Lauren: laurengussliscw@gmail.com
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