We’ve all been caught in a big argument that started with something small. A simple word, tone, or minor transgression struck a nerve and you couldn’t resist striking back. That, my friends, is Shenpa, you’re triggered and are compelled to respond. In this article, Dr. Amy explains Shenpa and how to avoid getting hooked.
Dr. Amy E. Keller is a Doctor of Psychology in Psychoanalysis and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has a private practice in Pasadena, California and is the author of Get Real, Get Going: The Definitive Roadmap to Starting the Private Practice of your Dreams.