How can I manage my emotional triggers effectively?

How can I manage my emotional triggers effectively?

Managing emotional triggers involves recognizing them, understanding their impact, and developing coping strategies. What specific triggers are you dealing with?

I often get triggered by criticism at work.

That's a common trigger. One strategy is to practice self-compassion and remind yourself that criticism is often about the work, not you personally. Would you like to explore more techniques?

Yes, please! What else can I do?

You can also try mindfulness techniques, like deep breathing or grounding exercises, to help you stay calm when triggered. Would you like to learn a specific mindfulness exercise?

That sounds helpful! Can you guide me through a breathing exercise?

Sure! Let's try a simple 4-7-8 breathing exercise. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds. Repeat this a few times.