Can Negative Triggers Can Be Avoided?

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Negative triggers are like little landmines scattered throughout our journey, waiting to explode and fill our hearts with anxiety or discouragement. They can catch us off guard, leaving us vulnerable and defenseless against their fiery arrows. But let us not despair, for even during these trials, we have a shield of faith that protects and guides us. When we come before God in prayer, it is important to remember that He may not always prevent negative things from happening in our lives. Sometimes, He allows them for reasons known only to Him. Yet we mustn’t lose heart; instead, let us continue steadfastly on the path of righteousness, trusting that one-day clarity will dawn upon us.

In moments of uncertainty, I find great peace in Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things, God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. This assures me that God works all things together for good – even those triggered by negativity. To face these challenges head-on, it is crucial to address their root causes beforehand, so they hold less power over us when they arise again unexpectedly. Fear has an uncanny ability to hijack our thoughts and propel irrational reactions without conscious consideration. However, if we surrender ourselves fully to the Holy Spirit and allow His guidance and presence to fill every corner of our being, we can navigate through life’s valleys with strength and wisdom rather than succumbing solely to emotional responses dictated by negative triggers.” ~ Bill Greguska

James 1:19  My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.

 

 

 

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Negative Triggers And Foolish Arguments!

Being Aware Of Possible Triggers Can Help:

  • Anniversary of losses or trauma
  • Bad Health
  • Being around someone who has treated you badly
  • Being judged
  • Boredom
  • Break up of love
  • Certain smells, tastes, or sounds
  • Conversations bringing up the past
  • Criticized
  • Cut down
  • Ending of a friendship/relationship
  • Family conflicts
  • Family issues
  • Feeling overwhelmed
  • Friendship drama
  • Getting a big bill
  • Large personal loss
  • Loud noises
  • Mean people
  • Money problems
  • Physical illness
  • Rough living situation
  • Sexually harassed
  • Someone yelled at you
  • Spending too much time alone
  • Spiritual battles
  • Teased
  • Things that make you feel uncomfortable
  • War memories
  • Work stress

 

How To Deal With Negative Triggers?

How To Be More Aware Of Negative Triggers?

A simple way to be aware of these negative triggers is to write down what you should be on guard about. Not everything listed is a negative trigger, and some are probably not on the list that would apply to you (then add them). After making your list, plan how to deal with or avoid those negative triggers.

  • Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be not dismayed, for I am with you. I will not fail you or forsake you wherever you go. Be strong and of good courage.”
  • Ephesians 2:19-22 “Whenever you feel unloved, unimportant, or insecure, remember to whom you belong.”
  • Isaiah 41:10 “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, and I will help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.”
  • John 16:33 “In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart, I have overcome the world.”
  • Joshua 1:9 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord, your God will be with you wherever you go.”
  • Psalm 34:4 “I sought the Lord, and He heard me and delivered me from all of my fears.”
  • Psalm 112:7 “She does not fear the bad news. She confidently trusts the Lord to take care of her.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

Control Your Emotions And Fight Negative Triggers!

Put On The Armor of God From Ephesians 6:13-18

Ephesians 6:13-18

Therefore put on the full armor of God so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.  Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, the breastplate of righteousness in place, and your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.  In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.  Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and pray for all the Lord’s people.

 

People must avoid negative triggers because those are the weak links in your defensive armor. Each of us has things that can take us down. We all have things that we have battled in our past, but being proactive puts you on top of things instead of panicking to try to hold items together.

Merriam-Webster defines an Achilles’ heel as a weakness or a vulnerable point, a fault or weakness that causes or could cause someone or something to fail.

 

 

 

 

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Some Specific Scriptures To Encourage You:

Philippians 4:8 ESV 

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

Galatians 5:19-21 ESV 

Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.

1 Timothy 6:6-8 ESV

But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content.

Philippians 4:6 ESV 

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

Philippians 4:4 ESV 

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

 

 

 

 

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