Having been abused by a parent with narcissistic rage, the behavior of the president is very triggering.My family was also decimated by the Holocaust, so the hate-filled, racist atmosphere we're experiencing is another huge trigger.
My husband and I took time in early 2017 to explore countries we could move to if it becomes necessary to flee. I could not rest until we'd done that, and it helped quite a bit - but I also find I cannot consume virtually any news coverage and have gotten completely off social media. This has been hard for both of us to do, as we were lifelong NY Times and Washington Post readers and NPR listeners, but I find it the only way to protect myself and create a sanctuary emotionally and spiritually.
I appreciate both of you for sharing your experiences and thoughts, Abby and Laura - it means a lot.