Dear Subpar Group - Trigger Warnings
Dear Subpar Group,
I recently got to shore tour and was surprised to find out that I am triggered by seemingly small things that quickly reminded me on my time on the boat. Do you have a list of things that trigger you so I can try to avoid them?
Very Respectfully,
Triggered
Dear Triggered,
We know the feeling. We put together a list of things that trigger us. Hopefully you can avoid these activities and live a normal life now that the boat is in your rear view mirror.
V/r,
SPG
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