Adult Child of Dysfunction

E 326: Tammy's Take #26: Why You're Still Triggered, and What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You

June 7, 2026·10 min
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In this episode of Tammy's Takes, Tammy explores one of the most powerful lessons from her recent conversation with women's health expert Kirsten Karchmer:What if your symptoms aren't the problem?What if they're the message?Too often we treat anxiety, overwhelm, emotional reactions, self-doubt, and chronic stress as things to eliminate. But what if your body is actually trying to communicate something important?Drawing from her work in trauma-informed coaching, nervous system regulation, and emotional healing, Tammy introduces her 4-Step BODY Method—a simple framework for understanding triggers, identifying old patterns, and responding from a place of awareness rather than survival.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why your body often knows before your mind does• How childhood experiences continue to shape adult reactions• Why most triggers are connected to the past, not the present• How to recognize when your nervous system is reacting to an old wound• The difference between survival responses and healthy responses• How to stop fighting symptoms and start understanding them• A practical 4-step process you can use the next time you're triggeredThe BODY Method:B – Become AwareO – Observe the PatternD – Distinguish Past from PresentY – Yield a Different ResponseIf you've ever found yourself wondering why you keep reacting the same way, why certain situations hit harder than they should, or why healing feels difficult despite all your efforts, this episode is for you.Because your triggers are not proof that you're broken.They're clues.They're invitations.And when you learn to listen to what your body has been trying to tell you, everything begins to change.If you'd like support identifying the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, schedule a complimentary Clarity and Calm Call:https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/clarity-and-calm-callTogether we'll explore what's happening beneath the surface and create practical steps toward greater self-trust, emotional regulation, and healing.Hey there, I’m so glad you’re here and tuning in! If this episode spoke to your heart, just know there’s even more support waiting for you.Book Your Free Clarity and Calm Call: No Judgement, just a chat https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/clarity-and-calm-callIf you are curious about where you stand energetically, or just need a frequency boost, book your FREE biofrequency voice scan here: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/complimentary-scan-demo if you want to take part in an amazing club, where you can get unlimited scans and free coaching every month, sign up here: $25 ($250 Value) Join For One Month Here https://workshops.tammyvincent.com/offers/JQz3QDrr/checkoutIf you would like to ask a question, and hear the answer in a future episode, please leave your question here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TammyvincentcoachingTrials To Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint: Use code THRIVE25 for 75% off today. https://workshops.tammyvincent.com/offers/DSbcgrZZ/checkoutAs an international inspirational speaker, NLP Practitioner, Trauma-Informed Coach, Neurofit Trainer, and Best-Selling Author, I bring both deep personal experience and professional training to the work I do. I believe in prevention, not just intervention — and use a body, mind, and spirit approach to guide others toward becoming the happiest, healthiest versions of themselves.My holistic toolbox includes nervous system regulation, trauma-informed coaching, nutritional support, and natural healing strategies,🔑 Start Your Healing JourneyFind ALL THE THINGS HERE: Anything that I have to offer is right here✈️ Bonus for Travel Lovers!Did you know I also offer access to an amazing travel savings program that can help you save up to 70% on hotels, resorts, cruises, and more? Let’s compare your next upcoming

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