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How to Stop Reacting and Start Responding (Even When You’re Triggered)

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🪷If something in this spoke to you, I’d love to hear, message me.

Do you find yourself snapping, shutting down, or spiralling and then wondering, why did I react like that?

You’re not overreacting. You’re overtriggered.

And your nervous system is doing exactly what it was trained to do, protect you.

In this powerful episode of The Happya Life, Clare Deacon unpacks how trauma, high-functioning anxiety, and survival mode create emotional reactivity that feels impossible to control. You’ll learn how to create space between trigger and response, and gently rewire the way your body and brain handle stress.

✨ In this episode:

  • Why reactions happen before you even realise you’re triggered
  • The science behind emotional hijacking and the trauma response
  • How to spot the story your nervous system is telling you
  • Three trauma-informed tools to create a pause and respond calmly
  • Why emotional regulation isn’t about suppressing feelings, it’s about safety

You’ll also hear real-life insights from Clare’s journey and her work with women who felt like they were “too much” and discover how to shift from shame to self-trust.

📩 Ready to stop reacting from pain and start responding from presence? Clare invites you to reach out via Instagram or the website. Whether it’s coaching, tools, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, this is your space to begin again.

You don’t have to get it perfect. You just have to get present.

🌸 Let’s Stay Connected: Your Healing Journey Deserves Support

Read Clare’s Book: Blooming Happya
Discover the story, tools, and transformation that started it all.
👉 happyacoach.com/bookstore

📲 Follow Clare on Instagram (Daily Truths + Real Talk):
@happyacoach

🎙️ Book a Free Clarity Call:
Need guidance, grounding, or space to speak? Let's talk.
👉 happyacoach.com/chat

📩 Join the Happya® Newsletter (Tools + Notes from Clare):
Weekly soul-checks, real-life insights, and practical tools.
👉 happyacoach.com/newsletter

🌐 Explore More at:
happyacoach.com

💌 Email Clare Directly: [email protected]

🎵 Music by LemonMusicStudio

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Content provided by Clare Deacon | Trauma-Informed Therapist, Positive Psychology Coach & Author of Blooming Happya, Clare Deacon | Trauma-Informed Therapist, Positive Psychology Coach, and Author of Blooming Happya. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Clare Deacon | Trauma-Informed Therapist, Positive Psychology Coach & Author of Blooming Happya, Clare Deacon | Trauma-Informed Therapist, Positive Psychology Coach, and Author of Blooming Happya or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

🪷If something in this spoke to you, I’d love to hear, message me.

Do you find yourself snapping, shutting down, or spiralling and then wondering, why did I react like that?

You’re not overreacting. You’re overtriggered.

And your nervous system is doing exactly what it was trained to do, protect you.

In this powerful episode of The Happya Life, Clare Deacon unpacks how trauma, high-functioning anxiety, and survival mode create emotional reactivity that feels impossible to control. You’ll learn how to create space between trigger and response, and gently rewire the way your body and brain handle stress.

✨ In this episode:

  • Why reactions happen before you even realise you’re triggered
  • The science behind emotional hijacking and the trauma response
  • How to spot the story your nervous system is telling you
  • Three trauma-informed tools to create a pause and respond calmly
  • Why emotional regulation isn’t about suppressing feelings, it’s about safety

You’ll also hear real-life insights from Clare’s journey and her work with women who felt like they were “too much” and discover how to shift from shame to self-trust.

📩 Ready to stop reacting from pain and start responding from presence? Clare invites you to reach out via Instagram or the website. Whether it’s coaching, tools, or just a reminder that you’re not alone, this is your space to begin again.

You don’t have to get it perfect. You just have to get present.

🌸 Let’s Stay Connected: Your Healing Journey Deserves Support

Read Clare’s Book: Blooming Happya
Discover the story, tools, and transformation that started it all.
👉 happyacoach.com/bookstore

📲 Follow Clare on Instagram (Daily Truths + Real Talk):
@happyacoach

🎙️ Book a Free Clarity Call:
Need guidance, grounding, or space to speak? Let's talk.
👉 happyacoach.com/chat

📩 Join the Happya® Newsletter (Tools + Notes from Clare):
Weekly soul-checks, real-life insights, and practical tools.
👉 happyacoach.com/newsletter

🌐 Explore More at:
happyacoach.com

💌 Email Clare Directly: [email protected]

🎵 Music by LemonMusicStudio

  continue reading

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