Do you know that your triggers are? How do you manage them?

2016-09-21T14:49:04-04:00

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Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 21 at 2016 3:45 PM

2016-09-21T15:45:16-04:00

I think pleasant thoughts like me playing with my kids and focus on my breathing. I refuse to let whatever is causing the overwhelming emotional response come back into focus. That happiness of memories like playing with my kids, and the annoyance I feel at being triggered usually help me get back into a balanced state fairly quickly.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 21 at 2016 4:43 PM

2016-09-21T16:43:07-04:00

Most of the issues that I have had to deal with have diminished or have gotten easier to deal with over time except 2 ... any type of large crowds or confined spaces...most of the time I would change the time I go to certain places...like shopping or a movie theater for example....going to the late or early shows...or going when most people don't go....2 other things that bothered me significantly when I first got back...loud noises (backfires, door slams. fireworks etc) and waking up looking for my weapon...I practically had that with me 24/7 for nearly a year...coming home was an adjustment...one other thing that has surfaced lately is getting snappy and irritated easily...I have a hard time dealing with stupidity and inefficiency and have gotten angry at folks...best thing to do is walk away....I still have a hard time dealing with it...exercise helps as well as well as prayer/meditation, talking with family and/or mental health professionals. I go to my mental health provider regularly now...

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 21 at 2016 6:45 PM

2016-09-21T18:45:52-04:00

Lauren Marsh I have a very low tolerance for petty B.S. or just plain stupidity. I try my best to stay away from these folks.

Response by Marla Brown made Sep 21 at 2016 6:46 PM

2016-09-21T18:46:25-04:00

Watching a movie with lots of gory blood in it. I just don't watch them any more or I look away. I especially don't watch them when I'm about to go to sleep. It might be fake but it is real to me.

Response by SFC George Smith made Sep 21 at 2016 11:25 PM

2016-09-21T23:25:19-04:00

Yup... Take A deep breath And Walk Away... The First time...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 22 at 2016 4:35 AM

2016-09-22T04:35:30-04:00

I know exactly what my triggers are. When I squeeze, depress or manipulate mine it makes my Glock 19, LaRue OBR, or AR15 go bang. I manage them by keeping them clean and well lubricated.