The Wisdom of Reactions

Reactions are powerful teachers. Reactions are normal and appropriate – we should feel upset when powerful people tweet bullying insults. And they become our guides when they are out of proportion.
When we overreact to allergens, our immune systems are telling us they wants attention. When we overreact to a spouse or a child, our emotions need attention. When a minor-seeming impact results in a lasting case of post-concussion -- our nervous system needs attention.
Normally we suppress or avoid such reactions, and take medicine to make them go away, but in this work we welcome them as they are wonderful guides, showing us wounds eager to heal so more light can come forth.