Good Friday #610: Triggered (Friday, September 14)

There you are, going about your life. Then something happens that reminds you of a similar experience you've been through - and you completely have a breakdown.

You weren't even aware that your experience had such a profound effect on you to begin with.

You've been triggered.

This week I saw countless stories across the web of people - women mostly - who were triggered by the Grand Slam final. So many women transported back to a time at work/school when they were accused of cheating when they were being excellent; or not being subject to the same rules as everyone else. I think this sentiment sums it up:

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@serenawilliams said it for all of us who have ever been wrongly accused of cheating for being excellent, for being penalized while others were excused for doing worse, for demanding an apology when it is our due. SAY IT LOUD CHAMP!!! We heard you, we applaud you, and we cheer you!! For the gracious master that you are, we also thank you for speaking up for @naomiosakatennis who deserved her spotlight... I’m applauding all the way around. Here’s to the great ones!!! #USopen #AlwaysEndeavor

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