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ThatEmoKid0937
ThatEmoKid0937

So, I'm new to this site and struggle with suicidal urges and self harm. I'm having these urges as of now and, being 15, I don't think this is how I should be living. I try and try but no matter what, I can't seem to pull myself out of this funk. I'm concerned I won't be able to control myself soon. Please, any advice?


Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
"I don't think this is how I should be living."

Good. You should not be. Advice? Well, I don't know your circumstances or conditions you face. I can say that self harm, .. though complex is something you 'should' be able to rule out. I don't self harm and never have, . so it may be much more complex than I assume. If it is, then you MUST seek help from a professional. 15 years old is WAY too young for that ... to INCLUDE suicide. Best I can do is encourage you to let someone know .... parent, school counselor, .. suicide hot line ... you are alone with it at this time .... and that is a VERY dangerous place to be. Hook up with some help. You do NOT have to 'live like this'. Happiness is available. You will love it when you learn how to attain it.
ThatEmoKid0937
ThatEmoKid0937
Thanks so much. I do actually have a counselor and psychiatrist, so I'm trying to get help. I guess it just takes time?
sharaninmd
sharaninmd
Welcome to this group. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I am glad that your are getting professional help. Yes, I does take time heal. Along with talking with your counselor, you could continue to talk to people on this site. They are ready to listen and offer support.
willgetoverit
willgetoverit
Hello, I am 18 years old but I will not say that I understand you because I truly don't know exactly what you are feeling but i will try to put myself in your shoes and as a 15 year old you should be starting your life not ending it. Think about your favorite thing you love doing and imagine yourself doing it in 10-20 years and you never know where life can take you but that path is definitely not the you should be considering. Please keep yourself busy, try to make new friends and break out of your shell because the world is waiting for someone like you.
depressedcakey
depressedcakey
I know it's hard to pull yourself away from self harm and thoughts of suicide when things get really hard. Yes you should seek professional help. You also need to help yourself though. You know you don't want to live like this and you're making the choice not to. Think about someone or something that you really love. Imagine the face of that person after you're gone. If there's something you really love to do keep at that and distract yourself from the thoughts that you have. You can pull yourself out of it. I hope it gets better for you.
ThatEmoKid0937
ThatEmoKid0937
Thanks to you all