Transcript

The concept of being triggered, though it may at times be overused, sits on top of a hugely important concept in psychological life, which demands our respect, compassion and attention. To be triggered is in its most basic form, to respond with intense fear and anger to a situation in the here and now, which to other people may seem blameless and unconcerned. One moment we are calm, the next we're catapulted into despair and terror. Only minutes ago, the future looked hopeful.

Now, only ruin and disaster seem to lie ahead. Most of us who suffer from these episodes would very much like to better hold on to calm and hope, it may be important to know how to be scared or angry when situations actually demand it.