I hate it when memories or flashbacks come out of nowhere. I'm usually stuck with them until I can get them worked out with the shrink. As far as coping skills....I usually go to anger...so I try to do things that keep my mind and body moving to get rid of the angry energy. Find a project to do around the house....create a project to do around the house....take the dogs on a long walk....run....run some more....work with the kids on whatever sport they may be playing at the time. When I'm more calm or just plain exhausted I'll sit down and read a good book...something fiction that gets my head to paint a whole new picture...new place...new people. I hope you are able to find something to help you cope.

Gman