Every time I’ve had a serious accident or incident, I’ve never tried to “bury” it right away into my personal, repressed-memories vault, but instead I’ve always made a point of returning to very the spot it occurred as soon as humanly possible to “retrace” my steps, and while the impact and the reality of the incident was still very fresh on my mind.
Here's why I believe my method works and here’s the logic behind it: By returning to the spot where the accident occurred while the memory is still fresh, I’m directly confronting the fear and trauma associated with the event. Over time, this prevents my memory from becoming distorted or exaggerated by my imagination.
It's like ripping off a band-aid quickly rather than slowly peeling it. It’s also my way of reclaiming control, as accidents often leave us feeling powerless. By returning to the site, I’m taking back control. I’m saying, "I won’t be defined by this event." I find this way of facing fear incredibly empowering. As I tried to say above, this process can feel like a form of sublimation or exorcism.
I’m processing the negative energy associated with the accident and releasing it. It's a way of mentally and emotionally "cleansing" the experience. Sure, there are those who think that avoiding the site of the accident is a more logical way to cope, but it can actually reinforce fear and potentially lead to a phobia.
While I don’t deny there might be a touch of superstition involved with my way of dealing with this kind of trauma, my approach is grounded in what I believe is solid common-sense and sound psychological principles. It's my way of processing trauma, reclaiming control, and preventing long-term fear or avoidance.
If ever a serious incident affects you, just try it!
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