What Your Triggers Are Trying to Teach You About Your Marriage | Guest: Dr. Kelly Flanagan

What really happens in those moments when you feel triggered in your marriage—and why do they so often lead to disconnection instead of deeper intimacy?In this powerful episode of Marriage on the Daily, host Julie Baumgartner sits down with clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and relationship expert Dr. Kelly Flanagan to unpack the real meaning behind being “triggered” and how couples can navigate those moments in a healthier, more connected way.Drawing from his new book The Road Less Triggered, Dr. Flanagan shares how our reactions in conflict often have less to do with our spouse—and more to do with what’s happening inside of us. From understanding how our nervous system shifts into protection mode, to learning how to regulate ourselves before responding, this conversation offers practical tools to help you move from conflict to connection.You’ll discover:Why “you triggered me” can actually give away your powerThe hidden pain beneath most emotional reactionsHow to calm yourself before trying to communicateA simple daily practice to help keep your heart openHow your triggers can become teachers instead of tripwiresIf you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the same arguments or wondering why communication breaks down in key moments, this episode will give you a fresh perspective—and a hopeful path forward.Because in marriage, it’s not about avoiding conflict… it’s about learning how to show up differently in the middle of it.