Triggered, but trying: How to stay connected when conflict hits hard

When your heart’s pounding, your walls are up, and you’re ready to bolt… here’s how to pause, get honest, and build connection instead of chaos.

We have all been there, swept up in a moment that feels way bigger than the argument at hand. One second, it's about the dishes.

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Next, you're flooded with emotion, saying things you don’t mean or going completely silent. What if that reaction isn’t “too much,” but a sign of something deeper, asking for attention?

Let’s discuss what’s really going on and how to navigate those moments with clarity, care, and connection.