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June 23, 2025 19 mins

In this conversation, Mark Hicks explores the concept of being triggered and how it affects our relationships. He emphasizes that while being triggered is a natural human instinct, how we respond to those triggers is our responsibility. Hicks provides strategies for managing emotional responses, including taking time to breathe, using sensory techniques, and making wise decisions to maintain healthy relationships. He highlights the importance of understanding our triggers and responding thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively.

Takeaways

  • Being triggered is a natural human instinct.
  • How we respond to triggers is our responsibility.
  • We need a strategy to handle our emotional responses.
  • Triggers can stem from past trauma and emotional harm.
  • The brain reacts similarly to physical and emotional attacks.
  • Immediate reactions are only necessary in extreme situations.
  • Taking time to respond can prevent relationship damage.
  • Deep breathing can help calm heightened senses.
  • The 5-4-3-2-1 method can ground us during overwhelming moments.
  • Healthy relationships require thoughtful communication and responses.

Dr. Mark A. Hicks, author of the book 'Learning Love,' provides tangible, real-life insights on how to build healthy, happy, thriving relationships, even if you come from a dysfunctional family background, have been through a divorce, or struggled with relationships in the past. Love isn't about fate. Love is a skill set, and this is the place to learn that skill set as we spend some time learning love.

Order "Learning Love: Building a Life that Matters and Healthy Relationships that Last": https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/learning-love-mark-a-hicks/1146412363?ean=9781636985954

Visit Dr. Mark A. Hicks online: https://www.markahicks.com/

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