In this conversation, Nina Caviggiola and Amy Fiedler explore the complexities of triggers, emotional regulation, and trauma. They discuss the differences between emotional and trauma triggers, how to identify signs of being triggered, and effective strategies for managing triggers in the moment. Amy shares practical tools for long-term healing and emphasizes the importance of boundaries in relationships. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding one's triggers and finding agency in responses to them, ultimately aiming for a healthier relationship with oneself and others. Amy Fiedler is a certified trauma support specialist and holistic life coach who helps trauma survivors navigate relationships without being overtaken by past triggers. With over a decade of experience and more than 2,000 clients worldwide, she specializes in giving survivors the everyday tools and strategies needed to move from awareness into real change - so they can rebuild self-trust, set boundaries with confidence, and create emotionally safe connections. Amy has also built a community of nearly 200,000 people online by sharing her expertise and personal experiences, offering the guidance she once needed herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices