Triggers

Negative Triggers for multiples as well as survivors not diagnosed with MPD/DID can experience many of the following triggers. Keep in mind that negative triggers create a motion in the sub- conscious which ripples emotions, flashback and physical reactions. Sometimes the person experiencing a trigger may not be aware of what has triggered them. Triggers can be set off by the following A certain time of day or evening A particular smell, sound, texture, or color A touch by someone familiar or not Things people may say Certain mannerisms seen in others Seeing someone that looks like your abuser or the abuser themself Things seen like objects, photos, shapes, tools, shoes and so on People fighting People yelling at each other Not sleeping well Having sex Using drugs Drinking Making decisions People who don't seem to understand Being in the dark Feeling objects that are sharp Feeling trapped  or cornered Feeling lost or being lost Feeling abandoned Feeling hopeless Feeling vulnerable Overwhelming feelings Smoking cigarettes The weather There are so many triggers for survivors that the list can go on. You should learn what triggers you and once you know, stay away from it until you are ready to face it and work through it. Triggers can be overwhelming but you must learn to keep yourself grounded and keep yourself aware of your suroundings. Take deep breaths and remind yourself that you are safe and that what happen in the past isn't happening in the present. I hope this was helpful... Keep strong and don't give-up! Stay Safe