This past Thursday Don shared with us his presentation entitled “ Who are You? “

Don’s recent presentation shared with us thoughts on both negative and positive triggers. Maybe most of us didn’t realize there could actually be positive triggers?  So, just stop and think about what makes you happy and what makes you sad.  What are some of the triggers in your life?  Which ones are positive and which are negative?  If you have some negative triggers, try to name the enemy and minimize contact. If we have negative triggers in our lives, what do we have in our toolbox to counter these triggers?  Not all triggers are bad. Don shared a new term with us, at least new to me. Sometimes when people are speaking about  positive triggers, they also are referred to as glimmers.  I love that term!  

So, what could positive triggers be?  For those of us spend time on social media, we could start by trying to make your social media a happy place. Try and take out the negative in your social media and add positive things. If you’re a person who has a favorite playlist, make sure that some of the songs on your playlist are positive. 

So, what are some positive triggers?  Some examples are spending quality time with your family and friends, looking at favorite photos, spending time in nature, favorite movies or music, and aromatherapy.  Or maybe spending time with your dog, going for a walk or a run, having a nice cup of coffee or tea, or even enjoying your favorite food. Try and make a list of your positive triggers now, and this list will help you whenever you may be going through a bad time.