I think something bad will happen to me if I smoke sage
Why do you think something bad will happen to you?
I'm afraid it'll bring back bad memories.
You should try to avoid doing something if you feel its going to affect you negatively.
I'll keep that in mind. I'm just going to smell the smoke.
Being cautious and taking things slowly is wise if you think you might have an adverse reaction. It's okay to experiment at times but just be aware of any limitations you may have.