The Incident Picture

Create a vivid narrative describing a traumatic event as if it were a painting or a photograph.

This approach helps you to look at a traumatic experience from a certain distance as if it was a piece of art. Analyze the ‘composition’ of this picture, its colors, figures, and shapes; look for possible symbolism or metaphors. This descriptive, analytical process can enable you to explore different facets of the event and your emotions in a less direct and potentially less distressing way.