In this episode, we explore triggers – an unresolved feeling from an earlier life experience that influences a reaction in the present. Many are unaware that they have triggers, so the first step is to pay attention to your body to begin to recognize them. Some people may notice that they develop stomachaches, headaches, or shallow breathing when they become stressed or anxious. The triggers typically are tied to specific feelings, such as a lack of control, a lack of security, or a sense of over responsibility. Triggers often connect to negative core beliefs – “I don’t matter,” “I’m not good enough,” or “I’m unlovable.” Once you identify your triggers, you can name, categorize, anticipate, and train yourself to handle them. At the very end of the episode, Fern shares a poem, The Joker, that clarifies the confusion of being triggered.