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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