HOLIDAYS:

There are many positive triggers that remind us of holidays.

There are other kinds of triggers, though, that may be less
apparent and evoke different feelings and memories.

Our mind is like a powerful computer. It links sight, sound, smell,
touch, and taste with feelings, thoughts, and memories. It links our
senses – and we remember.

Sometimes the smallest, most innocuous incident can trigger
memories. Not all our memories are pleasant, especially if we grew
up in an alcoholic, dysfunctional setting.

We may not understand why we suddenly feel afraid, depressed,
anxious. We may not understand what has triggered our
codependent coping behaviors. When this happens, we need to
understand that some innocuous event may be triggering
memories recorded deep within us.

If something, even something we don't understand, triggers painful
memories, we can pull ourselves back into the present by self-care:
acknowledging our feelings, detaching, working the Steps, and
affirming ourselves. We can help ourselves feel better each holiday.
No matter what the past held, we can put it in perspective.

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