How do I become less reactive?
Mindfulness and self-awareness are key components in managing emotionally reactive responses. Mindfulness involves being present in the moment and observing your thoughts and feelings without judgment. This can help you identify triggers and manage your response in a more effective way.
Why am I a reactive person?
"In my experience, emotional reactivity is often due to a combination of learned behavior, trauma history (if any), and ongoing stressors in the person's life
Some tips to support you to be less reactive
Think about responding rather than reacting. This may involve reframing how you experience life. ...
Take a breath. Buy yourself a millisecond of time before you react. ...
Get to know your triggers. ...
Replenish your energy. ...
Re-phrase your script. ...
Speak to a therapist.
How to become less reactive?
Identify your triggers
Debate with your thoughts
Do Breathe?
Be an active and empathetic listener
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Hit pause
Labeling
Mindfulness
Ask questions
Change your script
Don't take things personally
Establish boundaries
Get back into your body
Just chill
Practice active listening
Recognize emotions in others
Record your responses
Think about responding rather than reacting