E14: "Not Yet" - Navigating Triggers, Trust, and Communication - Part 2

In Part 2 of this conversation, Kayla and AJ move beyond recognizing trauma triggers and into what it actually looks like to live with them inside a healthy, growing marriage.What does it take to build trust when triggers are unpredictable? How do you communicate when you're not ready to talk? And how can both spouses take responsibility without falling into codependency?Together, they share practical tools, real-life examples, and the rhythms they've developed over a decade of marriage—navigating everything from early communication struggles to the ongoing challenges of writing, parenting, and healing in real time.This episode explores:How simple phrases like “not yet” created safety in hard momentsThe role of boundaries, pauses, and “unfinished conversations”Supporting a spouse without trying to fix themRecognizing triggers early and responding with wisdomAvoiding codependency while still loving sacrificiallyHow healing evolves over time (and doesn’t just “end”)Navigating new triggers in parenting and everyday lifeWhy your spouse can be your “home field advantage,” but not your SaviorWhether you're a survivor or someone who loves one, this conversation offers hope, clarity, and practical ways to move forward together.🎧 Listen to Part 1: “Where Did You Go?” - Recognizing Trauma Triggers in a Relationship—If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with someone who may need encouragement in their own healing journey.YOU ARE WORTH what IT takes to healAND you are NEVER ALONEKayla and AJ