Larry,
Subconsciously, while out hunting with the dog, I have found that I will switch the gun to my left hand, without even realizing it. I play a mental game where I put a glove on my left hand, which helps me to remember to keep my gun over on the right.

When you said the “entire process feels really awkward”, you said a mouthful. It never feels natural, even when I connect on the bird.

Best,
Ted