Triggered: Why Small Things Feel So Big

Why does an unanswered text create so much anxiety? Why can a change in someone's tone ruin your entire day? Why do seemingly small moments sometimes create such big reactions? In this episode of The Courage to Reconnect, Sarah explores emotional triggers, why they happen, and what they may be trying to tell us. Together, we'll unpack how triggers activate old beliefs, wounds, experiences, and conditioning, why our reactions often feel bigger than the moment itself, and how our nervous system responds to what feels familiar rather than simply what is happening in the present. If you've ever wondered, "Why did I react so strongly to that?" this episode is for you. Because triggers are not evidence that something is wrong with you. They're information. And learning how to listen to that information can change the way you relate to yourself, your emotions, and your relationships.