by David Richo
Why does a small comment from your boss ruin your entire weekend? Why does an unwashed dish make you feel unloved? David Richo, a psychotherapist and teacher, teaches us a fundamental truth: When our reaction is disproportionate to the event, we aren’t reacting to the present—we are reliving the past.In today’s 5-minute briefing on “Triggers,” we explore the anatomy of emotional reactivity. Discover the difference between a Cause (what happened now) and a Trigger (what it reminds you of), and learn how to spot the moment your inner child has hijacked the steering wheel.
David Richo, PhD, is a psychotherapist, writer, and teacher renowned for integrating Jungian psychology with Buddhist practices. An authority with over 40 years of clinical experience, he specializes in mindfulness and emotional healing. Richo is the acclaimed author of 'Triggers' and 'How to Be an …
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