Emotional Triggers After Awakening: What They Mean and How to Work With Them
Many people expect spiritual awakening to eliminate emotional reactions. In reality, it often brings them into clearer focus.
Why triggers increase
Awareness increases before regulation catches up. Old emotional patterns surface so they can be integrated — not avoided.
How to respond differently
- Pause before reacting
- Return attention to the body
- Name the sensation rather than the story
Supportive practices
Breathwork, grounding objects, and consistent rituals help regulate emotional waves.
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