Thanks so much for commenting, Kenny! That is such a good point about the difference between email vs. in person. I definitely feel like I express myself better in writing, and that includes texting which is more instant, but still allows that much needed pause.

I know I can if I have some intention also think before I speak and I try to practice that... but it's definitely harder than when I can write. And yes, there's much less of a "paper trail" for in person or even phone or videocall conversations.

May I ask what are the services you provide to your clients? I think I know some of what you do but not the full extent.

Finally, yes, over the past year I have found a noticeable decrease in the situation where people I'm with trigger a disproportionate emotional reaction. I can think a lot more on my feet about how I want to respond and what's actually happening with me. I credit that to five years of working with an excellent therapist, processing through a bunch of complex trauma I'd endured in my life. I still have work to do but it feels good to have at least turned a few huge corners there.