I am giving a very 'general' response - again - to this question as this is one thread that I am presently being very careful with when and if I read in my current state. ...and that is for my own personal self-care.

Firstly - we all know this is a very complex and difficult topic. That does not mean it should not be asked - and does deserve to be answered/debated by anyone and everyone that has some input.Whatever input anyone has - however small or large - is both valued and important. We all see things differently and that difference is important when others are seeking help with trying to figure out something in themselves or their own life that they are finding challenging or difficult. Having a variety of responses - from different perspectives - helps in 'wading through the muddy waters until one finds their own speck of gold'.

Secondly - it is very true that everyone who is part of this forum is here because they need to feel connected and/or supported by others who have had similar experiences/knowledge  with regards to MH issues. Everyone is welcome, everyone deserves to heard and everyone belongs.

Lastly - it is a safe place when we can acknowledge that although everyone has their own 'struggles', opinions and ways of seeing things, and are in different places at various times, like any community this is what makes us work - for without those differences we would not be able to pose such questions and receive a range of responses of which some resonate with one section of the community and some with others. This is the beauty of difference - and this is what not only builds a community but makes it stronger.

How does this address the question? everyone is different and everyone has experiences in coping with triggers - whatever they may be. Being able to share how one copes with triggers is just as important as sharing how one doesn't cope - both are learning experiences for oneself and each other -  and this sharing of knowledge can only benefit the whole of the community.