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Why Do I React So Strongly to Certain Things? Therapist Shares Psychology Concept

Lessons in Self Worth·Carly Ann·25 September 2026·17 min

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Why do certain situations, thoughts, sensations, or memories trigger such a strong reaction, even when you know you’re safe or that things are OK.In this episode I (Carly Ann) explore the psychology behind these powerful reactions that I know you're motivated to changeKnowing this can support you to break the cycle and makes positive changesIf you’ve ever wondered:• Why do I react so strongly to certain things? • Why does my body go into panic or anxiety mode so quickly? • Why am I triggered by something I know isn’t actually dangerous? • Why does my brain keep connecting certain situations with fear? • Why can’t I simply “think” my way out of the reaction?This episode is for you Join Break The Cycle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Use coupon code BREAKTHECYCLE-OCT for 50% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Carly Ann⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠