01/29/2026
When a text from your co-parent triggers you, these steps can help you regulate your emotions so you can protect both your nervous system and your kids.
Here’s the short version ⬇️
When the text comes in:
1️⃣ Say hello to the trigger sensation in your body.
“Hi tightness.” “Hello heat rising in my chest.” “Hi heart beating.” “I hear you. I feel you.”
2️⃣ Interrupt the old pattern.
If it feels urgent, it’s probably fear. Remind yourself that you are not in danger and you do not need to respond immediatey.
3️⃣ Pause and regulate before responding.
Take a breath. Look around the room. Ground your body. Look at something beautiful.
4️⃣ Feel and bring compassion to the emotion — don’t ignore it. Name the emotion or the belief.
“I feel angry.” “I feel unsafe.” “I feel powerless.” Sit with the uncomfortable emotions and send them compassion. “This is hard. This makes sense.”
Now notice how your body feels more regulated and the trigger sensations have subsided.
Do you want me to send you a free demo of how to regulate and heal? Type “Breathe” in the comments and I’ll send it to you.
Every regulated response is one step closer to your freedom and empowerment. This is how co-parenting becomes less reactive and more secure for your kids — one pause at a time. You got this! 🫶🏻