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PaganSpirit
PaganSpirit
I've been wearing a rubber band around my wrist for a few days now and snapping it against my wrist every now and then. Why would I do such a thing? Its a coping technique designed to help me from cutting. I can't stop the urges to cut. They have been so strong lately. I try to calm down and relax but I can't stop my mind from racing and I feel agitated and I can't sit still. Its so frustrating. I worry I'm going to give in and cut. I know how it would feel to give in and feel the release of cutting but I also know the shame I would feel after. I can't win.
bluemood82
bluemood82
I am sorry you are struggling with this (((((hugs)))))
BipolarPrincess
BipolarPrincess
I'm so sorry try distracting yourself by starting a new hobby
joneszy93
joneszy93
I know exactly how you're feeling P, it's a double edges sword really :/ when I'm in that situation I usually try to sleep it off. If that doesn't help then I usuallly try to find some sort of other outlet to release my emotions, listening to really loud angry music, playing violent video games etc. sorry if this isn't really helpful :/
BabyShelby
BabyShelby
Exercise vigorously to burn up that pent up angst.
PaganSpirit
PaganSpirit
Thank you everyone for your comments and support.
songstress1
songstress1
I know that there are sites which list alternatives which you can try instead of engaging in self-harm. There are also sites online where you can chat with people for free (charitable, supportive, safe organizations), if you don't want to reach out to anyone in your personal life. You can look up "support chat" "mental health" "crisis chat" etc.

Sorry you're going through this. I know you will overcome this issue. Hugs
gramybear
gramybear
I'm really glad that you are able to acknowledge how bad you will feel if you do cut. And the rubber band trick works for so many things. Keep it up, keep letting us support you and know we care. Hugs
whales86
whales86
I use the ice cube. It starts to hurt and gave me part of that release I needed
Desigol1979
Desigol1979
I find bedrest the best solution to crises.
MayB
MayB
Pagan I'm sorry you are feeling this way....

I too know the territory well...looks like there is much good advice here....

I take the same path with cutting as I do with suicide.... Get them to get angry or cry... And they are safe....I wish that for you EXPRESS!!!!
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