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Have you ever experienced ‘itus?’ An ‘itus’ could be jealous-itus, angry-itus, or ‘am I good enough’ itus, and a common one is ‘poor-me itus?’
These emotional reactions creep up on all of us from time to time. And while they might make us feel like we’re flawed or inferior, there is something profound behind them. These triggers, which are so often seen as nuisances, are actually powerful opportunities for self-awareness, growth, and transformation.
Let’s explore how these ‘ituses’ can open the door to new possibilities for you and what you can do to shift your perspective.
The reflection in the mirror
As author Gary Renard suggests in The Disappearance of the Universe, "there is nothing outside of you." This means that your perceived reality is a reflection of your inner world – a reflection of your thoughts, beliefs, and emotional states. When an event, a situation or person triggers you, it’s not just about the event, situation or person. It’s about you and the opportunity for self-discovery.
Triggers often arise because we live in a time-delayed reality. Our thoughts and emotional patterns eventually manifest in our external world, though not always instantly. This delay can make it difficult to recognize the correlation between what is happening inside and what we experience outside.
What triggers reveal about you
Let’s be honest, no one enjoys being triggered. However, these moments offer invaluable insights into ourselves. For example, if you find yourself constantly giving but feeling frustrated that others take without reciprocating, ask yourself: Are you comfortable with receiving? Often, what we judge in others are reflections of areas we need to explore within ourselves.
Triggers, whether they come from a partner’s behavior, a co-worker’s comment, or a stranger’s glance, highlight the areas where we still need to grow. They pull us into a conditioned response, an automatic reaction we’ve developed over time. The key is to recognize this and choose a new way of responding.
Understanding conditioned responses
Conditioned responses have been studied for over a century, dating back to experiments by Russian Physiologist, Ivan Pavlov. He started experimenting initially with dogs. What he would do is put some steak in front of them and when the dogs started salivating, he would ring a bell. He would do this repeatedly, until he found that just ringing the bell would make the dogs salivate, even though there was no steak. In his research, he associated the sound of a bell to when the dogs were hungry and would salivate. After years of research with dogs, he submitted a paper to the Russian Medical Society called “Conditioned Reflexes.”
Like Pavlov’s dogs, humans develop conditioned reactions based on stimuli. If certain words, gestures, or events consistently trigger strong emotions in you, it's because you've been conditioned to react this way over time.
While conditioned responses can serve us (like stopping at a red light), they can also hold us in limiting patterns. For example, if you’ve developed a habit of reaching for comfort food when stressed, this is a conditioned response. The good news? Since it’s learned, it can be unlearned.
The power of triggers: How to grow
Recognizing your triggers is the first step toward breaking free from conditioned responses. When you acknowledge that what you see in others is often a reflection of something within you, it opens the door to profound growth.
Practical steps to take when you feel triggered
Pause and observe: Before reacting, take a moment to pause. Acknowledge the feeling without judgment. This simple act of awareness can immediately shift the intensity of the trigger.
Ask reflective questions: Ask yourself: For what purpose am I triggered? What is this situation or person reflecting about me? What is there for me to learn? This introspection helps you move from blame to empowerment.
Reframe the situation: Instead of viewing the trigger as a negative experience, see it as a gift—an opportunity to learn and grow. What is the lesson here? How can this situation help you evolve?
Shift your focus: Become a "quality shopper" in life. Focus on what’s right, both in yourself and others. This simple shift in attention can drastically alter how you perceive situations and people.
Practice new responses: Use triggers as a chance to create new conditioned responses. Instead of reacting out of habit, consciously choose a more empowering reaction.
The key to freedom
In moments of being triggered, remind yourself that you are the author of your own experience. Everything happening outside of you is a reflection of your inner world. By changing your inner narrative, you change how the world responds to you. This practice leads to freedom and the ability to navigate life’s challenges with grace and awareness.
By transforming your relationship with triggers, you not only enhance your self-awareness but also unlock new possibilities for growth and expansion. After all, the way you respond to life’s challenges determines the path forward. Take the next trigger as an opportunity to rewrite the script and step into your highest potential.
Are you ready to explore your triggers? Contact me for personalized mentoring that will help you unlock your true potential. Together, we will discover your strengths, expand your paradigm of possibilities, and create a roadmap to your extraordinary future. Open the door to new possibilities and become the superstar of your own life.
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Carol Talbot, Founder & Creator of The Possibility Hub
Carol Talbot is considered an inspiration in the inspiration business and has guided and inspired people around the world offering motivating events for world class companies. Carol is a Master Trainer & respected authority on NLP – neuro linguistic programming. Often called ‘the FIRE-STARTER’ Carol ‘fires up’ teams to teach them how to walk across burning hot coals of around 1700 degrees Fahrenheit. Founder and creator of the Possibility Hub and holding a Master Level degree in Quantum Morphogenetic Science, Carol is the Author of ‘YOU The Divine Genius,’ and has a passion for empowering other to change their minds and keep the change!
