How to Deal with Triggers from Trauma

How to Deal with Triggers from Trauma//

How you ever wondered how to deal with triggers from trauma? This has been a common question so today I will discuss mental health,post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and childhood trauma.

There are so many symptoms that people have to watch out for that might need attention so effects like PTSD, trauma, and the brain don't have lasting. Click to watch now and learn which trauma might affect the brain and what you can do to keep your brain healthy!

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[mschrisfrank]

I’m often triggered when my father or sister-in-law snaps at my niece or nephews. I ground myself with a couple deep breaths then go make a cup of tea. The warm mug in my hands helps me to stay present and calm.

[familysilvan]

I have many triggers, but especially when I'm being yelled at. My brain freezes and I can't think or process anything. I watched an online video of another therapist who suggested making a self- care kit that engage the 5 senses and help you focus on the moment. I keep my kit in my backpack that's rarely away from me. In it I have Altoids cinnamon and mint mints, a small soft plushie and a smooth stone, some nice smelling melting wax cubes and my favorite essential oil blend, I have some cards of my favorite artwork of my Savior and some uplifting quotes, and I have a playlist on my phone of my favorite music and a few guided meditations. The therapist also suggested kinetic things to keep your hands busy which can focus your mind. I have silly putty and a doodle journal. Maybe some if these ideas can help someone else.

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[MrsCreepysPlace]

I have PTSD and adha from multiple events in my life. I was seeing an sw for therapy but I couldn't continue to cover the cost. so I've been watching your videos to help learn what I can do to help.

[ryannvolner]

came here from the tony video, we have cptsd, bipolar, bpd, and did and the breathing thingy really helped. Thank you so much, its hard to find coping skills that actually calm us down

[socialdeviant]

Whenever I start having a mental argument with my abusers, or those complacent in it, I put on my headphones and listen to Aurelio Voltaire. His music is fun and upbeat, but also dark and gothic. When I get to the point I am dancing to it, I know I'm okay to "return to the world." At the same time, if I become afraid or overwhelmed with powerlessness, I listen to the emo music of my adolescence and turn that fear into anger, raging along with the songs until I'm smiling, knowing how far i've come from that teenager in an abusive home.

[veefrain]

Came here from the Tony stark video, because i know i need this.

[nicolebee]

What I usually do when dealing with flashbacks is counting up and down from 1-5 but without saying a number twice in a row. So like 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 I try to do it on certain beats to focus on it so I can bring myself back to reality

[SHLLINATOR]

I am triggered when someone gets into my personal space or tries to force anything (even their opinion) on me. It drags me back into the feeling of rape again. My other triggers include loud noises, fast movement and unfortunately the Hospital. I am an ER nurse and I love caring for people but I had to make a lot of tough calls and saw alot of death and heartbreak during this pandemic. I had to step away from nursing so I wouldn't end my life. I'm still working through these triggers. Thank you so much for these videos. They help more than you realize.

[wele]

I've been struggling with triggers for a while now, most notably from physical touch, though also from loud sounds, fast movements and the occasional flashbacks.
Though I've been going to therapy for several years now, ever since I was twelve or so, I've not managed to deal with the triggers yet. I usually let them run their course until I can get myself fully "under control" again.
I've tried breathing techniques, but they make me panic horridly, especially when there are other people nearby. I think it's because relaxing makes me feel vulnerable. It makes it trickier, though, as I'm not sure what I can do apart from that.
Focussing on my senses is another issue, as I cannot remember a time I didn't - subconsciously? - mute them, and focussing just makes them extremely overwhelming.
The video's informative, and I'll give it another go, but any advice would be very welcome.

[ariadgaia]

My Five? A warm shower... Music & Dancing... Going for a walk in nature, esp by a river... Cuddling with my body pillow or a stuffed animal... Closing my eyes & simply breathing with purpose as I concentrate on the feel of my entire body~

Triggers? Dreams... Narcissistic people & manipulative comments... Negative environments... Anger & aggression directed at me or others [At me? I clam.. then become furious. At others? I fly into a protective rage.] There may be more.. but these are ones I am well aware of..

[essahsaeidi]

so whenever I feel triggered (which honestly seems to come out of nowhere most of the time) I try to observe myself, sort of step outside myself, because I've noticed sometimes its easier to process something if its happening to someone else. if its happening to me, I can deny it, avoid it or say its not that bad, but if I expand my view past my own emotions, I can see the bigger picture and try to find a healthy path forward. Sort of like being your own moderator, taking in your own concerns and explaining to yourself why i feel like this, remind yourself of those exercises and breathe

[thanuriedirithilake]

This is a really good effort. The box breathing technique is highly effective. jogging in the morning helps me clear my mind and stay focus in the present ( not sure it’s a recommended technique though). Thank you very much for these videos. They are really helpful:)

[elaineb]

1/ my plushie sharky
2/ hot chocolate
3/ Anjunadeep (it's a channel on here based on soulful EDM)
4/ My Little Pony (all generations, particularly collections of assorted colours)
5/ (if outside) walking round a forest/ on a beach where nobody else is
*singing* These are a few of my favourite things!!!

[jameskallely]

When despair for the world grows in me
and I wake in the night at the least sound
in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be,
I go and lie down where the wood drake
rests in his beauty on the water, and the great heron feeds.
I come into the peace of wild things
who do not tax their lives with forethought
of grief. I come into the presence of still water.
And I feel above me the day-blind stars
waiting with their light. For a time
I rest in the grace of the world, and am free.
- Wendell Berry

[captainharkness]

I’m highly sensitive and I’ve experienced a lot of subtle traumas over a long time and gas light my own experiences because I’ve always processed and experienced the world differently than my family or my friends or peers.
I’m relearning “how to trust my friends”.
I love how many different mindful-movement practices and mind-body disciplines exist in the world and I hope everyone can find a way to find peaceful movement in your own skin ❤️

I use rhythm and I often talk myself through moments through the 8-count rhythm to sync my movement to my breath.
If I can’t move around with freedom (as often I have been told to just sit still) I like to stimulate both sides of my brain by doing cross hand rhythmic motions my favorite being: left first finger to right thumb, right first finger to left thumb, cycling between those states for a few turns, second fingers to thumbs, third fingers to thumbs, fourth fingers to thumbs, third to thumb, second to thumb, first to thumb, and so on.
Rhythm is soothing.
Thumb is an odd looking word now.

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Thanks for all the hard work!

[funyjang]

I am often triggered by my dad and my boyfriend. It’s hard and I often have the feeling that nobody understands or respect my needs in this situation. I used to manage triggers easier but I think it’s getting harder again and this is hard and frustrating. I felt understood and heard watching this video tho, so thank you.

[mirmi]

Thank you for your hard work :) I could immediately feel how the box breathing technique helped me stay grounded. I’m still working at finding my triggers but breathing or running in place for 30 seconds are some techniques that help me ^^

[oneofthesapiens]

i was asked to edit an essay and felt extremely overwhelmed and started to cry, when i was younger i never got help with any class work and from the ages of 11-12 would be forced and yelled at to do my little sisters homework, now anytime someone in my family asks for help on anything like that “editing essays, math etc” i get anxious and loose my patience really quickly, ive worked on in but now i just break down sobbing, came here to calm myself down

[cyanidegamers]

a big trigger for myself i recently descovered is seeing something i put a lot of time effort and care into just seem meaningless. Wether it be something small like studdying for a test or something personal that ive spent tens of hours, multiple days, it seemingly all has the same effect, a complete loss of self control and self abuse. As a cross country runner I've found going on a run has always been the best way to keep calm and stay in control, but when i've already lost control i don't feel safe alone, with my thoughts, on a run. Then my adorable little fur baby Frodo just pops his head up from behind the couch with such adorable happy little eyes. And for a moment I'm able to gain control of myself, and realize that just bringing him with me on my walk or run is the perfect anchor to keep me stable while i calm down with a run.