Have you ever had a moment where your reaction felt bigger than the situation? Maybe someone gave you feedback at work and you felt completely flooded. Maybe a small disagreement with your partner suddenly felt like a huge threat. Maybe you felt yourself go blank, numb, or disconnected during a difficult conversation. You might have thought: “Why am I reacting like this?” “Why can’t I just calm down?” “What is wrong with me?” The answer may have less to do with what is happen