I think our memories can be stored in our cells, thus making. Lion, I used to be like you in regards to fear. The other day, my husband and I were in a safe and sane Whole Foods Market. We were searching the store for salad dressing. There were 3 young guys in their work aprons in the aisle at a shelf. My husband said, "Go ask one of them." I said, "You're going to send ME to ask 3 guys?" A group of guys might as well be a lion's den. However, I did do it 1) to show my husband what a wimp he is about asking for directions 2) to show myself there is nothing to fear. I've learned these desensitization techniques from my counselor. And, although my husband is my safe place, I don't want to rely on him to feel safe in the world. Love and Light, Lynn