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On the other side of letting go, there is freedom and peace. You deserve to move through life with ease, not constantly bracing yourself for what might come next… Continue Reading
How to Recognize Your Emotional Triggers Before They Control You
Ever notice how one comment, one look, or one tiny inconvenience can flip your mood in seconds?
You’re fine… then suddenly you’re irritated, defensive, shut down, or snapping at someone who doesn’t deserve it. And afterward, you’re left thinking, Why did that hit me so hard?
That’s the power of emotional triggers.
Most of us like to believe we’re in control of our reactions. But the truth is, a lot of our emotional responses happen on autopilot. They’re fast. Instinctive. Almost invisible until the damage is already done. And then comes the regret, the overthinking, or the awkward apology.
But here’s the good news: emotional triggers don’t control you because you’re weak or “too emotional.” They control you because you haven’t learned to recognize them yet…
This Week’s Uplifting Stories
Positively Uplifting Stories | January 12 2026
Even when it feels as though the odds are stacked against you, hold on to hope. Even the smallest glimmer can make all the difference.
Hope gives us the courage to keep going, to take positive action even when continuing feels impossible.
“To bring about change, you must not be afraid to take the first step.” - Rosa Parks
This week, we share uplifting stories that highlight the power of hope in the most challenging times.
A deaf dog spreads love and kindness everywhere he goes
A woman achieves her engineering dream, defying all odds
A community offers support to Santa after a devastating fire
A bus driver honored for compassion and kindness
One Positive Action
Release One Thing
Most of the time, letting go is a lot quieter than closure or confrontation. In fact, it truly letting go is as silent as deciding for yourself that you’re no longer going to carry something that will never resolve, or doesn’t serve you anymore.
We hold on to a lot by default, and while they may not feel heavy on their own, they start to take up significant mental and emotional space. They weigh us down in the background, and keep coming up when we least expect. All of that energy that could be going somewhere lse.
To let go, isn’t to pretend that something wasn’t important to you, but instead acknowledging that what mattered in the past doesn’t need to define you now. When you keep dragging old weight forward, it limits how present you can be in your current life. Releasing the past allows room for greater things in the future.
Today, write down one thing you’re holding onto that no longer feels necessary. This could be a thought, an expectation, a habit, or a quiet obligation you’ve been maintaining out of guilt or routine. Next to it, write one sentence starting with: “I’m allowed to release this.” Name it and give yourself permission to loosen your grip.
Today’s Quote
Today's Affirmation
I am mindful of the energy I bring to my day.
I release control and trust the journey.
I am patient with my progress… Continue Reading