Self-Injury Support Group

do something else that helps the emotion you're feeling. I cut when I'm anxious and angry mostly, and for the love of God, don't follow my example, but try to think of your own. I tried punching a punching bag when I got mad, and ended up busting a nerve. Maybe you can run, or if ur depressed, write in a journal with a red felt tip pen, all the marks u want to make till ur too tired to write anymore, or whatever. Try to do something to release the emotion in a healthy way. Now when I get mad, I hit the punching bag WITH A BASEBALL BAT, NOT MY HAND lol!!! Hope this helps :)))

sometimes i feel my cutting is how i speak, i havent done such in months but im destructive to self other ways too.. iv hurt so much iv just wanted what was in me out...most do not understand how to respond to cutters unless they are one too.. i dont talk much either dear, but coming here helps wonders.remember you are never alone.. here if you need.. hugsssssss

Is there anything you can do that will take your mind off things. Writing here is probably a way to find something to keep your hands busy. Use a written journal. Keeping your mind and hands busy are the key.