Triggers Aren’t Setbacks — They’re Invitations to Heal
In this powerful episode, we dive deep into what happens when a betrayed spouse is triggered — especially when the trigger seems irrational or unrelated to the present moment. If you're the partner who has caused the betrayal, it can be confusing and overwhelming to understand these reactions. But how you respond in those moments matters more than you might realize.
We’ll explore why logical explanations and defensiveness don’t help, and how empathy, presence, and emotional attunement can become powerful tools for healing.
Expect honest insights, relatable examples, and a trauma-informed lens on how to stay connected, even through the hardest moments.
What a “trigger” really is and how it affects the brain and body
Why a betrayed partner’s reaction might feel out of proportion — and why it isn’t
How common behaviors (like defensiveness or shame) unintentionally worsen the pain
What to say (and not say) when your partner is triggered
Why presence and empathy create the safety needed for true healing
Real-life storytelling moments that illustrate what empathy looks like in action
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Hali RoderickCertified Relational Recovery CoachTICC, ACC, APSATS CPC, ERCEM-C, Brainspotting Practitioner
Stephanie HambyCertified Relational Recovery CoachMCLC, ACC, APSATS CPC, ERCEM-CRead Stephanie’s Bio
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