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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