Originally Posted by
SparkyMcSparky 
Maybe I view it like dinner. If I eat all my peas first, I get my roast beef later - in other words, by dealing with these triggers up front, I get to remove a lot of self-doubt, uncertainty, and anxiety right off the hop, building confidence in my recovery.
Haha.. I really liked this pea analogy. Anyway, I think whatever works for you works, so more power to you! I also believe that it doesn't help to hide from our triggers, because unless I plan on cutting certain things (like going to parties with alcohol) out of my life, I'm going to have to face them eventually. I still get wary beforehand though, but I can see how if you go into a situation with the intent to face it down, it might make it easier. I'll try that next time, to welcome the challenge rather than feel anxious about it.
Anyway, glad you joined us Sparky!