1. Managing Emotional Triggers: A Journey to Empowered Communication and the Reason I Started This Podcast

If you've ever found yourself saying yes to everyone but yourself, bottling up your emotions, or replaying a frustrating conversation over and over in your head, I get it. I've been there. But here's the good news: you don't have to stay there. Welcome to the very first episode of Who Do You Think You Are Talking To. I'm so excited you're here because today, I'm sharing something close to my heart - my journey from being a full-on people-pleaser to learning how to communicate my needs calmly and confidently. In this episode, I'll show you how to take the first steps toward breaking free from those habits and creating stronger, healthier connections with yourself and others. Here's What We're Talking About Today: What emotional triggers are (spoiler: we all have them!) and how they can wreak havoc on communication. How to identify your triggers, the emotions they bring up, and even where you feel them in your body. The simple but powerful practice of mindful breathing that helped me regain control and respond instead of reacting. Why trying to please everyone comes at the cost of your own well-being - and what to do about it. How to start asking yourself, "What do I need right now?" and why that small step can change everything. I know firsthand how exhausting it is to feel stuck in a cycle of emotional outbursts, guilt, and frustration. But trust me, there's a way out - and it starts with small, manageable changes. By the end of this episode, you'll have practical tools you can use right away to press pause, calm your emotions, and start showing up as the version of yourself you want to be. Don't miss out on this FREE 5-5-7 beathing exercise.   This technique is my go-to tool for resetting and calming my mind. It's quick, easy, and you can do it anywhere. Grab it by clicking here and please DM me and let me know how it works for you!   Thank you so much for tuning in to my very first episode. If this resonated with you, I'd love it if you'd follow the show, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear this. You're already making progress just by showing up today, and I'm so proud of you. I'll see you next time!   Connect with me: LinkedIn:  @jennymaxwellcoach Instagram:  @jennymcoaching Website: www.jennymcoaching.com