I need some advice. i have had a cutting problem in the past.?
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Calm down... Now I want you to make a promise to yourself and to me to NEVER, under ANY circumstance do it again...
Why do I say this?
I know how you feel... I am in the same boat as you on this one. I am a recovering self abuser. I know that making a promise to yourself does help because you can fall back on it. I care about everyone in this and by being strong we will get through it.
Whenever you have the urge to harm yourself, take a deep breath. Hold it. then let it out slowly. If that wont help then just squeeze a stress release ball.
Though the best way to overcome it is to do what you love doing and transform it to incorporate your feelings, it doesn't have to be of good quality either. Try drawing, cooking, running, riding a bike, swimming, most of all... talk to someone it doesn't matter who they are.. It could even be yourself but you need to talk. who knows you might discover a talent you never thought you had. Try meditation and yoga as well.
I hope this helps... I am in the utmost seriousness when I say this and you can take back your life, but you will have to fight for it and it won't be easy but it will be rewarding.
Although I have not written or been involved with cutting I think you could benefit from cognitive or neuro therapy. Both of these specialize in long term mental issues.
You are strong and you can get through it.
Seeing that you are improving because you realize that it is how you think and where you focus your attention, you will find it useful to read articles I've written at
http://themeaningisyou.com
email any questions.
i lived with that for a long long time. even though im over it now (i hope) i sometimes still wish that if i did it, it would be way it used to be. i think it is an addiction, yeh. its also a defence mechanism which has to be replaced because it s not a very good one. is there anyone you can talk to? for me at least cutting myself helped because then i could sorta feel sorry for myself, like i was a child and the more grownup part of me could comfort it. do you have a pet you can hug, like a dog? or a stuffed toy? those who have never been there might think this is stupid, but im really serious. somehow, you have to make contact with something in yourself you love (if there wasnt something youd probably be dead by now) and letting her know you love her. get in touch with me if you want . i can probably explain what im talkin about. all best
I've had my own addictions and problems. I found a friend who will stay closer than a brother, he hasn't left me or forsaken me. He's sitting at the Father's right hand waiting and wanting to hear from you and I. He is a counselor who want charge a dime. HE wants to heal the hurt and broken heart.
A lot of times, group therapy is free. I know the whole thing "my name is Sally and I've been ____ing for __ years" thing is kind of uncomfortable, but it's a way to have treatment withoutit draining your wallet.
well i can help you with that because i have cut myself in the past and its NOT easy to get over. it took me a year to get over it and every time i got mad i used to cut my stomach but now i know that scars dont always cover up every thing. Feel free to e-mail me if you want someone to talk to
There is such a thing called low cost medical insurance or therapists working on a sliding scale feel. Get a hold of your social services department and see if you qualify for insurance for low income individuals.
your using cutting as a coping mechanism. now it helps you feel better, and it has become an addiction.
Find other ways to cope, and distract yourself . You know it is only temporary, the feeling of relief you get after the cutting.
there is a great website for self injurers, it is safe haven, powered by envision power board.
Go there and you will see your not alone and you will get so much support and advice.
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